U-Mission 02/Transcript

The following is a transcript of U-Mission 02, the second mission of Front Mission First's U.C.S. campaign, in addition to the dialogue before U-Mission 02.

Santa Barbara
[Near U.C.S. Columbia]

[U.C.S. Navy Carrier "Santa Barbara"]

(Control room)


 * Maria: Alpha One reporting, sir.
 * Colonel: Good work.


 * Prototype Clinton defeated in five or less turns


 * Maria: It was an easy mission, sir. Bravo Team performed admirably.
 * Colonel: I see.
 * Kevin: Bravo One reporting, sir.
 * Colonel: I hear you did a fine job, Lieutenant.


 * Prototype Clinton defeated in 5+ turns


 * Maria: Intel did a shoddy job on this one, sir. Bravo was able to handle it, but only barely.
 * Colonel: I see.
 * Kevin: Bravo One reporting, sir.
 * Colonel: I heard you ran into some trouble at the end.

(End of branching dialogue)


 * Kevin: Sir.
 * Colonel: Did you retrieve the documents?
 * Maria: As ordered, sir.
 * Colonel: We finally have reliable information on the movements of the "Star of Freedom."
 * Maria: The Star of Freedom... the guerrilla group operating out of South America.
 * Kevin: One of the largest. Rumor has it certain weapons manufacturers have been outfitting them.
 * Colonel: We'll send this data to intel for analysis. We should be able to pinpoint their HQ in no time. Good work, both of you.

(Room B)


 * Kevin: They're analyzing the data we recovered from the last mission right now. We'll probably make a move against the Star of Freedom headquarters real soon.
 * Matthew: I did great today, didn't I, sir? They'll fear the name of Matthew D. Lorenzo for generations!
 * Johnny: Yes, you sure inspired fear in those computer-controlled drones, Lorenzo. War's not a game. It'll be different against live opponents.
 * Kevin: Easy, boys. You both did good. Now get some rest, okay?


 * Talk


 * Johnny
 * Johnny: You should get some sleep too, sir.


 * Johnny (Second time)
 * Johnny: You should always rest and reflect after each battle you fight.


 * Matthew
 * Matthew: You're not going to visit the captain, sir?


 * Matthew (Second time)
 * Matthew: Don't worry about us, Lieutenant. Go on.


 * Exit


 * Matthew: See? I knew you'd go see her!
 * Kevin: It's not what you think. We've got work to do.
 * Matthew: Whatever you say, sir.

Room B

 * Kevin: Can I come in?
 * Maria: Sure. I was looking through Skyeye's data. You've improved a lot. Your reaction time's shortened by eight milliseconds.
 * Kevin: Well, I have you to thank.
 * Maria: To be honest, I was worried when I heard that an ex-chief of staff's son had volunteered to get into this outfit...
 * Kevin: You were right to be. I've had a lot to learn. I still do.
 * Maria: True. But you've done well enough so far.
 * Kevin: I'm still nowhere near your level.
 * Maria: I didn't choose to be like this. I had to fight--kill--so that I could live. It's nothing to be proud of.
 * Kevin: Maria... What did you do before you joined the Hounds.
 * Maria: ...
 * Kevin: It's okay. You don't have to tell me if you don't want to.

(A sound is heard.)


 * Maria: Yes, sir. I'll be right there.

(Another sound is heard.)


 * Maria: They've received the results of the analysis. We've got a briefing in the control room.

(Control room)


 * Colonel: There you are. Take a sear, Lieutenant. Out next mission's main objective is to surgically remove the heart of the Star of Freedom. The data we recovered indicates that our target lies at the foot of the Andes Mountains, with limited overland access routes. Our best option is to use a satellite laser strike on the site.
 * Kevin: Isn't that overkill, sir?
 * Colonel: The president wants this mission executed with precision and flair. The complete and utter destruction of the guerrilla base is paramount. The mission will be recorded and broadcast to all the media outlets.
 * Maria: He wants to flex the U.C.S.'s muscle for the world to see.
 * Colonel: The mission details are as follows: Alpha and Bravo Teams will approach the target from different vectors. Alpha's objectives are to recover a prototype weapon suspected to be hidden inside the base, and to capture the leader of the Star of Freedom. Bravo's objectives are securing the base for the satellite targeting vehicle, and escorting it in.

(Move to Room A)


 * Kevin: What's your take on all this, Maria?
 * Maria: They're using us for a publicity stunt, as usual.
 * Kevin: I don't mean that. Don't you think they're spreading us too thin? They're making Alpha go in without support...
 * Maria: You don't think Alpha could pull it off without Bravo's help?
 * Kevin: I don't doubt you can. It's just... I'm worried about you.
 * Maria: Kevin, you should know me better than that. I don't fall for pillow talk.
 * Kevin: Is it such a sin to wish for the safety of the woman I love?
 * Maria: Stop it. We're soldiers, remember? Things like that will get you killed. Focus on the mission.
 * Kevin: ...
 * Maria: We should get some rest. Tomorrow's going to be hectic.
 * Kevin: ...I guess you're right.

Room B (Second Visit)

 * Matthew: I kinda envy the lieutenant.
 * Johnny: I don't know why you would. Those two are like oil and water.
 * Matthew: Hmm... I guess. Captain Paredes does kinda act like she's always in combat, even when she's off her wanzer. And the lieutenant... Well, he just seems like he's not cut out for this. He's not like any officers I know. ...No offense, Sarge.
 * Johnny: He's too honest and too decent. He sees the world in black and white. He always tries to do the right thing. But then again... I guess we do need people like that leading us onward.
 * Matthew: You think so, Sarge?
 * Johnny: Yeah. But let's you and I worry about the fighting. Leaders are only as good as the men they lead, after all.
 * Matthew: Hey, Lieutenant. You're back early.
 * Kevin: ...
 * Johnny: Something wrong, sir?
 * Kevin: No, nothing.


 * Talk


 * Johnny:
 * Johnny: We should go over our wanzer setups before tomorrow's mission. We should be ready to deal with any potential combat situation.


 * Johnny (Second time):
 * Johnny: A good leader has to know how to tailor a wanzer setup to suit its pilot.


 * Matthew
 * Matthew: No worries about tomorrow, Lieutenant.


 * Matthew (Second time)
 * Matthew: I'm gonna sack out soon. Tomorrow's a big day!


 * Rest


 * Talk


 * Johnny:
 * Johnny: Good morning, sir. Our rides are loaded and ready.


 * Johnny (Second time):
 * Johnny: Your orders, sir?


 * Matthew
 * Matthew: Morning, Lieutenant. Think we'll freeze our rocks off in the Andes?


 * Matthew (Second time)
 * Matthew: Our wanzers are already on a transport and ready to deploy anywhere, anytime sir!

Hangar

 * Wanzer Dealer: Come in and have a look around!


 * Talk


 * Wanzer Dealer: Wanzers weren't always this cheap, you know? A few years back, they were just expensive toys that only rich people could afford to buy and ride around. Hurray for progress, I say.


 * Leave


 * Wanzer Dealer: Thank you and come again!

Andes Temporary Base

 * Colonel: We have the go sign from Skyeye. Alpha, board your chopper and get ready to move in.
 * Maria: Alpha One, copy.
 * Kevin: Maria...
 * Maria: I'll be fine, okay? Alpha Team standing by.
 * Colonel: Bravo Team, get ready to move once Alpha's in position. Over and out.
 * Kevin: ...Yes, sir.


 * Talk


 * Johnny
 * Johnny: Word has it that weapon manufacturers have been arming these guerrillas. Heavy resistance is pretty much a given.
 * Kevin: Yeah, and they've probably got access to military-grade gear. It won't be easy.
 * Johnny: We should load up with the best gear we have.


 * Johnny (Second time)
 * Johnny: We'll be going in through their front door. We expect to be outnumbered, so make sure to use repair items to stay topped off, sir.


 * Matthew
 * Matthew: Our goal is to distract them, right? Leave that to me, sir! I've always been good at being a pain!


 * Matthew (Second time)
 * Matthew: Let's go, sir!


 * Maria
 * Maria: Don't worry about me. Just focus on your mission, okay?


 * Maria (Second time)
 * Maria: I'll see you there.

Pre-Combat Dialogue

 * Maria: Alpha Team in position. Ready to move in as soon as we get the green light.
 * Skyeye: Skyeye, copy. Bravo Team, proceed to secure the mission area. Put on a good show and draw their attention away from Alpha Team.
 * Kevin: Bravo One, copy. Let's go.
 * Johnny: Yes, sir.
 * Matthew: Gotcha.

All Enemy Units Defeated
(A vehicle appears.)

U.C.S. Soldier: Skyeye, Conductor. In position.
 * Skyeye: Alpha One, Conductor is in position. Over. ......... Alpha One, respond. Conductor is ready to fire. What is your status? .........
 * Kevin: Skyeye, Bravo One. We need to give them more time!
 * U.C.S. Soldier: The satellite will move out of alignment soon. We need to fire now.
 * Kevin: You need to hold off! Alpha Team's still inside!
 * Skyeye: Sorry, Bravo One. Time's up.
 * Matthew: Hey, look!

(A helicopter lands at the nearby helipad)


 * U.C.S. Soldier: We'll fail the mission if we don't fire now!
 * Skyeye: Bravo One is relieved of duty. Conductor, fire at will.
 * Kevin: Dammit, wait--

(The helicopter leaves.)


 * Maria: Sky......Alpha... Weapon is......secured. ...leader whereab...unknown. We have...Alpha down. I repeat, weapon secured. We're out of the fire zone.
 * U.C.S. Soldier: Confirmed. Conductor, commencing fire.

(The base is hit by lasers and destroyed.)