Happy May the 4th! In the spirit of celebrating grand space epics, I put together a list of 28 comics that aren't the galaxy far, far away that have awesome space stories.
This list features both indie and publisher content, including Image Comics, BOOM! Studios, Oni Press, Humanoids, Vault Comics, and more.
Enjoy, and have a great weekend!
1. Wasted Space, 1273 pages - Published by Vault Comics
The galaxy is wrecked—a cocktail of warlords, pirates, and tinpot dictators, stirred to a frenzy by an alcoholic former prophet. Take a sip and get wasted. Billy used to hear the voice of the Creator, and that didn't work out so great. OK. If we're being honest, he led the galaxy to total ruin. When a new prophet comes calling, Billy and his Fuq Bot pal Dust, set out to save what's left of the galaxy.
Billy Bane is a prophet who got it all wrong, and the galaxy has been burning ever since. All he wants is to waste away in the darkest corner of space with his best pal Dust, a supercharged Fuq bot. But when a new prophet comes calling, Billy is summoned to save the galaxy he's at least partially responsible for destroying.
Too bad he couldn't care less.
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Story and Art by Hayden Sherman, Jason Wordie, Jim Campbell, Michael Moreci
2. Sentient, 178 pages - Published by TKO Studios
WELCOME TO THE U.S.S. MONTGOMERY. When a separatist attack kills every adult on board a colony ship in deep space, it is up to VALARIE, the on-board A.I., to help the ship's children survive. But as they are pursued by dangerous forces, can Valarie become more than what she was programmed to be - a savior to these children?
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Story and Art by Gabriel Walta and Jeff Lemire
3. Critical Mass, 25 pages - Published by Odyssey Comics
Welcome to the thrilling world of Critical Mass, an awe-inspiring science fiction anthology magazine that will take you on a mind-bending journey through the cosmos. This magazine brings together a collection of captivating stories, each accompanied by stunning illustrations, from the brightest talents in the genre.
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Story and Art by Odyssey Comics
4. Stable, 124 pages - Published by Heavy Metal
Three arks. Two worlds. One chance at survival. On an Earth with a dying Sun, there are two kinds of people. The Chosen. And the left behind. We thought it was over. We thought our days as a species were numbered. But then, then a miracle happened. We received a transmission from an alien civilization that knew we needed help. So they threw us a life raft in the form of designs for Space Arks, we
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*Story and Art by Francesco Pisa, Matthew Medney, Morgan Rosenblum *
5. Destroy All Galaxies, 48 pages - Published by Wesley Griffith Comics
A sci-fi fantasy epic of love and revenge within the same universe as Radio Jupiter. This tale follows the adventures of the fearless, un-killable warrior Van Starlock.
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Story and Art by Wesley Griffith Comics
6. Saga (Deluxe Edition), 1441 pages - Published by Image Comics
At long last, a deluxe edition of the Eisner and Hugo Award-winning SAGA is finally here! SAGA is the story of Hazel, a child born to star-crossed parents from opposite sides of a never-ending galactic war. Now, Hazel's fugitive family must risk everything to find a peaceful future in a harsh universe that values destruction over creation. Fantasy and science fiction are wed like never before in a sexy, subversive drama for adults that Entertainment Weekly called, "The kind of comic you get when truly talented superstar creators are given the freedom to produce their dream book."
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Story and Art by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples
7. Joyride (Volume), 346 pages - Published by BOOM! Studios
In the future, Earth sucks. The stars have been blocked out for so long that people have forgotten there was anything else besides the dumb World Government Alliance watching over them, training children to join the militarized Allied Youth and eliminating all resistance with a giant ray gun. Uma Akkolyte is a girl who shoots first and leaps before she looks, and when she gets a strange message from outside the barricades of SafeSky, she jacks a spaceship and punches through the stratosphere with an unlikely crew of teens who are totally not ready for what they’re about to find.
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Story and Art by Collin Kelly, Irma Kniivila, Jackson Lanzing, Marcus To
8. Retroworld, 112 pages - Published by Humanoids
A rich Sci-Fi saga adapted from the work of Julia Verlanger, one of the most celebrated authors of the French science fiction movement of the 1970s.. PUBLICATION IN 2 VOLUMES - COMPLETED SERIES. Humans have scattered and occupied the known universe for so long that many worlds have forgotten their true, Earthly origins. The planets which retain the memory of…
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Story and Art by Bazal, Cédric Peyravernay, Patrick Galliano
9. Prophet, 875 pages - Published by Image Comics
On distant future Earth, changed by time and alien influence, John Prophet awakes from cryosleep. His mission: to climb the the towers of Thauili Van and restart the Earth empire. News of the Empire's return brings old foes and allies out of the recesses of the vast cosmos.
Collects PROPHET #21-26
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Story and Art by Brandon Graham, Farel Dalrymple, Giannis Milonogiannis, Marian Churchland, Simon Roy
10. Black Science, 1252 pages - Published by Image Comics
Grant McKay attempts to rescue his team from the evil of the Withering Woods, but his presence threatens to unravel a peace treaty between the world's gods and cost his daughter a hard earned happiness. The Dimensionauts long jaunt through alternative realities is finally leading them back home, but what will it take to get there? More importantly, what has happened while they were gone?
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Story and Art by Dean White, Matteo Scalera, Moreno Dinisio, Rick Remender
11. Planetary Expansion, 162 pages - Published by Critical Entertainment
Abandoning their average lives on Earth, one thousand hand-selected passengers board a starship headed to a new habitable planet. They will brave the dangers of space and push themselves past the limit in order to reach their destination.
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Story and Art by Alonso Molina Gonzales, Christopher Reda, Paulo Rivas, Travis Lanham
12. Firefly - Legacy Edition, 632 pages - Published by BOOM! Studios
From the heart of the Whedonverse comes the next chapter of Firefly! Picking up where the critically acclaimed film Serenity left off, the ‘Verse is on the brink of war, and Captain Mal and his crew are on the run from the Alliance and an old, unstoppable foe. Babies are born, friends are lost, and there’s a new sheriff in town to lead the Browncoats into battle. With the crew scattered to the far ends of the ‘Verse, it’ll take quite a gamble to pull them back together . . . but whe...
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Story and Art by Brett Matthews, Chris Samnee, Dan McDaid, Fabio Moon, Greg Pak, Jim Krueger, Joss Whedon, Marcelo Costa, Patric Reynolds, Patton Oswalt, Will Conrad, Zack Whedon
13. Lifeboat, 20 pages - Published by Critical Entertainment
In the Dark Era of spacetime, year 1.7x10^106, moments before particle decay unwinds the atomic fabric of the universe as we know it, Mae, Jacob, and Dove carry the faint, flickering torch of life through an endless void. This comic book short story is about loss, fate, and the hope that we must hold dearly on our journey toward the ultimate unknown.
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Story and Art by Kathryn S. Renta, Leandro Rizzo, Mason Mendoza
14. Farscape, 691 pages - Published by Archaia Entertainment
Experience Farscape like never before with this brand-new omnibus edition. With over 600 pages of story collecting the first four volumes of the critically acclaimed Farscape comic book series and the complete spinoff trilogy chronicling the formative adventures of fan-favorite character D’Argo.
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Story and Art by Rockne S. O'Bannon
15. The Expanse: Origins, 118 pages - Published by BOOM! Studios
Based on the bestselling books and tying into the hit television series, THE EXPANSE ORIGINS reveals the untold origins of the crew members of The Rocinante. As interplanetary tensions reach an all-time high, the crew of The Rocinante finds themselves at the center of a conflict that threatens to destroy all of human civilization. But before they were heroes, each member of the crew faced moments that would come to define them and brought them one step closer to the ship they now call home....
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Story and Art by James S.A. Corey
16. Dune: House Atreides (Volume), 346 pages - Published by BOOM! Studios
THE OFFICIAL PREQUEL TO THE GROUNDBREAKING DUNE.
Welcome to the far future on the desert planet Arrakis where Pardot Kynes seeks its secrets. Meanwhile, a violent coup is planned by the son of Emperor Elrood; an eight-year-old slave Duncan Idaho seeks to escape his cruel masters; and a young man named Leto Atreides begins a fateful journey.
These unlikely souls will come together as renegades and soon discover that fate has decreed they will change the very shape of history.
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Story and Art by Brian Herbert, Dev Pramanik, Kevin J Anderson, Kevin J Anderson (Anderson J, Kevin) [A01] Dev Pramanik, Kevin J. Anderson
17. Traveling To Mars, 216 pages - Published by ABLAZE
Traveling to Mars tells the story of former pet store manager Roy Livingston, the first human to ever set foot on Mars.
A riveting story of planetary exploration and of finding meaning in your final days.
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Story and Art by ABLAZE
18. Alien Bounty Hunter, 163 pages - Published by Vault Comics
Ben Madsen is a bounty hunter. No, he's not ashamed to admit it. He likes his job. Mostly. When a big payday turns out to be stranger than he could have imagined, Madsen is swept up into an otherworldly conspiracy right here on Earth.
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Story and Art by Adrian Wassel, Andworld Design, David M. Booher, Nick Robles
19. Falling awake, 274 pages - Published by JAN DITLEV
After awakening from cryosleep on a remote and hostile planet, John finds himself stranded with a young girl and a looming threat that isn't human. As they struggle to survive and unravel the mystery of their predicament, John must confront the demons of his past and his place in the universe, forced to reflect on his life's choices and reconcile with a past that has haunted him. In the face of a harsh and unforgiving landscape, John must find the strength to overcome his own fears and forge a new path forward, before it's too late to escape the planet and start anew.
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Story and Art by JAN DITLEV
20. Rogue Planet, 134 pages - Published by Oni Press
The salvage vessel Cortes tracks the Lonely Orphan, a planet with no star system to call its own. Somewhere on this hostile rock is a payload fit for a king. To attain it, though, the crew of the Cortes must brave razor rock, poisonous vapors, treacherous footing, and...the most mind-numbing horrors imaginable. Struggling to stay alive, they are beset at every turn by horrors from their own nightmares. Now, they have discovered that they are not alone on the planet, and the other inhabitants welcome them...as sacrifices to an elder god.
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Story and Art by Andy MacDonald, Cullen Bunn, Nick Filardi
21. Sacrament, 227 pages - Published by AWA Studios
The Exorcist meets Alien in this sci-fi/horror story. In the year 3000, Mankind abandoned Earth and fled into outer space. Now, a disgraced priest, called into action to perform an exorcism on a remote space colony, is about to discover that no matter how far you run, you can’t escape your demons, and the Devil is, in fact, real.
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Story and Art by AWA Studios
22. Stagnant Waters, 36 pages - Published by A Gift Tomorrow Publishing
Foreboding and sinister secrets creep quietly into the now as consequences of actions millennia old unfurl. Meanwhile, the troubles of the future weigh so heavily that they threaten to crush everything beneath them. A wave of change rides through the universe that will touch all of space and time. A new era this way comes and with it; untold mystery and danger.
In one night the world will be changed forever as plans are made behind closed doors, visitors arrive from places unknown and two young men are set on a path toward a destiny far greater than either of them could ever imagine.
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Story and Art by A Gift Tomorrow Publishing
23. The Kármán Line, 87 pages - Published by Mad Cave Studios
It’s all sex, lies and betrayal on a reality show streaming from space until the crew receives a message reading “ABORT MISSION AND GET HOME NOW”. Things unravel quickly as they find their shuttle damaged and a crew member dead. They’ll have to fight to survive and escape… With cameras recording everything.
Harvey and GLAAD Award winning writer Dennis Hopeless (All New X-Men, Love STRUCK, Sea of Stars), Artist Piotr Kowalski (Bloodborne, God of Tremors), and Colorist Brad Simpson (Stray Dogs, Coffin Bound) team up to launch Mad Cave’s first all-original graphic novel.
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Story and Art by Mad Cave Studios
24. Bellatrix Rising, 61 pages - Published by Foxtail Comics
it's been 500 years since a devastating galactic war came to a horrifying end.
For the galaxy, 500 years is but a blink of an eye.
For a Civilization, 500 years is a renaissance.
for one young girl, 500 years was yesterday
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Story and Art by Foxtail Comics
25. The Fourth Planet, 159 pages - Published by New Friday - A Lev Gleason Imprint
The first volume in the acclaimed series from Fred Kennedy and Miko Maciaszek! A stolen warship loaded with runaway human slaves, Lightstorm, has crashed on an alien planet with three warring races, the most advanced of which has only just begun using gunpowder weaponry. Vastly outnumbered, will the humans become the very thing they were running away from?
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Story and Art by Fred Kennedy and Miko Maciaszek
26. ET-ER, 74 pages - Published by AWA Studios
Intergalactic virus liquefy one of your heads? Feeling a bit “off” ever since you drove through that black hole? Then visit the ET-ER, the galaxy’s leading medical facility. This interplanetary crew of doctors, nurses, paramedics, and technicians is uniquely qualified to cure what ails you. This super-sized debut special includes two stories of medical madness that are out of this world.
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Story and Art by AWA Studios
27. Salvagers, 222 pages - Published by Source Point Press
In the distant future, the habitable planets are connected through the trade of natural and artificial resources. The import and export business is flourishing for some systems, while leaving others at the mercy of major trade corporations. After the end of the Galactic War, peace blanketed the galaxy; however, planets with little shipping resources turned to piracy or developed small guerilla...
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Story and Art by Bob Salley, DeSiKa, George Acevedo, HdE Ponsonby-Jones, Joshua Werner
28. All We Ever Wanted, 177 pages - Published by A Wave Blue World
An exciting new anthology filled with stories that present a brighter vision of the future featuring today's top-level talent. No doom-and-gloom here! These sci-fi tales are meant to inspire hope and restore the belief that a better world is possible. The perfect gift to lift spirits this holiday season!
Ringo Award Nominee for Best Anthology
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Story and Art by Eric Palicki, Josh Gorfain, Lucia Fasano, Matt Miner, Rich Douek, Tyler Chin-Tanner, Wendy Chin-Tanner

Last month I went on holidays to an island in Spain with my partner. I had extra UR points so I booked our car rental through the chase portal. The cheapest option car was a manual transmission, which I dont know how to use, so I booked the reservation in my partners name. The confirmation email from the car agency and the chase travel portal all had my partners name. Arrived at the car rental place and the reservations names are all mixed up. Lets say my name was Mary Higgins, and my partners name is Sam Lemons. The reservation was under "Mary CHRISTOPHER SHERMAN" . The address listed on the reservation said "73 Hillview LEMONS". The car rental place would not rent it out to either of us even though it was quite clear the reservation was mine (dates matched, confirmation matched, and weird data points that suggested it was my reservation like a portion of my name and his name both in there). I assume it was a data mixup somewhere along the process - but I ended up calling Chase and the portal/vendor they use - no one could help, they were all saying on their end it was correct, an hour and a half later we booked another cash rental reservation. Cut to a few days later, had to call chase twice more to get it sorted and get a refund.
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Moral of the story: Even if your confirmation is correct - triple check with the hotels/car agencies/etc

Last month I went on holidays to an island in Spain with my partner. I had extra UR points so I booked our car rental through the chase portal. The cheapest option car was a manual transmission, which I dont know how to use, so I booked the reservation in my partners name. The confirmation email from the car agency and the chase travel portal all had my partners name. Arrived at the car rental place and the reservations names are all mixed up. Lets say my name was Mary Higgins, and my partners name is Sam Lemons. The reservation was under "Mary CHRISTOPHER SHERMAN" . The address listed on the reservation said "73 Hillview LEMONS". The car rental place would not rent it out to either of us even though it was quite clear the reservation was mine (dates matched, confirmation matched, and weird data points that suggested it was my reservation like a portion of my name and his name both in there). I assume it was a data mixup somewhere along the process - but I ended up calling Chase and the portal/vendor they use - no one could help, they were all saying on their end it was correct, an hour and a half later we booked another cash rental reservation. Cut to a few days later, had to call chase twice more to get it sorted and get a refund.
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Moral of the story: Even if your confirmation is correct - triple check with the hotels/car agencies/etc

I have been seeing a lot of complaints about the Battle Pass vehicles being copy and paste of other trees vehicles, or vehicles that never saw service. The big complaint this time around d is the Swedish Kungstiger. Not only is the Kungstiger just a Tiger 2, but the Swedish only used it as a range target, and it saw no actual service under Swedish operators.
Many believe the Kungstiger is a disappointment as the top reward of this battlepass. I think it fits perfectly as to what the battlepass vehicles should be. BP vehicles, and event vehicles to an extent, should be unique, wether it was a prototype that never saw production, or a tank with a unique story.
The kungstiger may not be entirely unique, but it does have a unique history. Here are some excerpts from the history section of the blog as examples

Due to the large mass of the tank and the unprepared Swedish road infrastructure for driving a 69 ton tank on, the delivery of the Tiger II between the test sites in Skövde and Karlsborg became a real test, in which railway, automobile equipment and even a Sherman tank took part in The first thing that mechanics saw when they opened the engine-transmission compartment lid was a cocked hand grenade in the engine compartment.

I believe this unique history of this not so unique single tank is enough to warrant its inclusion in the battlepass even if the Swedes never used it as a tank, and I would love to see gaijin add more tanks with unique histories in the future.

Chapter 17 - Farewell for Now
Previous Chapter
Alex opened his eyes slowly. He was usually a deep sleeper and getting up was never easy for him. The absence of the shipboard alarms didn’t help, though his quickboard was quietly beeping over by the side of the alien bed he was on.
It took him several minutes to pick himself up and drag himself over to the strangely laid out bathroom to begin his morning ablutions. His body was stiff from the exercise the night before, but the warm water helped and before long he began to feel relatively presentable.
He’d spent the entire night up dancing with Sophie in the storage area, and by the end they’d both been so tired they were practically dead on their feet. Sophie still escorted him, as required by the other races, back to his lodgings before she headed back to her quarters. He’d taken a few steps in then fallen on the bed and dozed off more or less immediately.
He yawned as he grabbed his visor and hooked it around his ear, then slid the breath mask over his face. “Arcadia, invite all members to conference.”
Several orange pips appeared in his field of view. Par’s turned green almost instantly, and with a few seconds all except for Amanda had joined.
“Good morning, everyone.” He said as cheerfully as he could. “How’s everything going so far?”
Josh responded first. “I’m back and mobile, Al. Gonna be on light duty for a week but no lasting damage..”
“Good to hear, and thank god for that. You had us worried there for a while.” Alex knew the prognosis the med computers had spat out to Ma’et, but hearing the confirmation that his best friend was doing well was still a massive relief. “Looks like the comm gear’s being delivered in a few hours. Once it’s here, I’m heading home.”
Ji responded to that. “Sounds good. I’ve been bored off my ass waiting for you guys to finally get it up here.”
“Do you have any idea how long it’ll be once we get this thing onboard before we’re ready to leave the system?”
“I’ve already removed the J12 ablative plate, and we’re ready to patch it in. We’ve already prepped the power and data runs, so give us six to ten hours after delivery and it’ll be ready to test.”
“Good. Once it tests good then I want us to be heading to the system perimeter to open a gate. I’ve decided our next stop is the Sovalin homeworld.”
“Y’sure you don’t want to head back to Proxima space and send a message about first contact first? I dunno the legal shit, but if we’re going around visiting aliens as ‘representatives’ of Humanity without official approval we could get in some shit.” Min pointed out.
“I’ll talk to her when we shuttle back. But I’m probably gonna pull rank on this one.”
“Mind if I ask why we’re going birdwatching?” Josh joked.
“Oh I have a whole damn list of reasons. They’re the newest species except for us to join this little cradle of galactic civilization. They’re also not very well regarded, at least that’s my guess. Sure, Sophie’s basically the station’s number two but nearly the rest of them seem to all be down in the Pits. They’re the most human-like which I feel like makes them more likely to become close allies quicker, and they’re damn beautiful to look at. Those are just my biases but I feel like that’ll hold true for others. They’ve been screwed over by the other races in various ways which gives us plenty of opportunities to get some altruistic good will. And lastly they seem to appreciate our culture which should make it easier to negotiate without having to use up fabber materials. If we can trade data for physical goods then we’re always going to stay ahead.”
“I feel like that ‘damn beautiful’ bit is the biggest motivator for you. At least judging by how much you’ve been fawning over the chief.” Ji snickered at the Captain.
“It’s not FAWNING, bucko. It’s establishing good relations with a respected member of another society in the hopes that it turns out advantageous for us in the future.”
“And that’s even MORE out of character for you.” Josh opined.
“First contact has changed me, my friends. Gone is the immature Captain of old and now is the time for Captain Alexander Sherman to turn over a new page in the book, to become a sophisticated traveler of the stars.”
“Ah, there’s the delusional idiot we know and love.” Min joined in on the abuse. “But seriously, I’d have a long chat with Amanda before you make any concrete plans. She’s got her finger on the political pulse, and much as I wanna explore and have fun out here I do eventually want to return back to humanity. And I wanna do that without risk of being arrested cuz my captain’s horny for birdpeople.”
“Yeah, yeah. Yuck it up, chucklefucks. I’ll talk with Amanda. Anyone got anything else they wanna bring up before we leave the system?”
“Did you mention our plans to the folks that think we’re responsible for the Qyrim attack?”
“I’m going to the Security station to discuss it with the chief and find out if they need us to stick around or not. If they say we stay… well, we’ll discuss it if or when that happens.”
Alex quickly dressed while he was talking, slipping into a fresh pair of pants and throwing a nondescript shirt over his head. He put on the usual vest he wore when off the ship, and did a quick check around the room. He’d already packed, so he threw the carryall bag over one shoulder and left the building, approaching the security officer stationed outside.
The walk to the security station was only a few scant minutes, and he’d spent most of that time cheerfully insulting (And being insulted by) his crew over their comm link. As he walked in, he cut the conversation short and turned off the mask.
The chief was in her office for a change, and he was quickly escorted back. “Hey Sophie. How you feeling?”
Sophie shook her head irritably. “Sore. It’s been a long while since I exercised my wings as hard as last night.” She still looked over at him and smiled. “But it was definitely fun.”
“Glad to hear it. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to join you in an impromptu club stomp for a while. We’re planning on heading out today once our comm gear’s loaded up. Then we’re thinking of heading out of the system.”
Sophie sat up straighter, and nodded. “I hope you enjoyed yourself here. I know you got attacked, but that really isn’t representative of how things normally are here.”
Alex chuckled, and held up a hand. “Hey, no worries here. I’m not usually the type to just start smashing stuff either. I was worried I’d give you a bad impression of Humanity. But I actually enjoyed most of my time here. And if we can figure out what the whole thing with the Qyrim is about, then I wouldn’t mind stopping back again.”
“Good. I’d hate to think we left a bad impression.” Sophie tapped at her screen, browsing through the info there. “The representatives didn’t mention anything about barring you from leaving, so there’s no concerns there. Out of curiosity, where do you intend to go next? Planning to return to the other Humans and tell them of us?”
“Not just yet. I’m sure we’ll have to sooner or later, but to be honest I’d rather see a bit more out here first. Truth be told, I was actually thinking that visiting the Sovalin homeworld would be nice. We could propose our new Universal name for your species, we could learn a lot more about your people, that sort of thing.”
“Visiting Kiveyt?” Sophie paused in surprise. She hadn’t considered it yet, but now that it was pointed out she could see the appeal. Few Sovalin had met the humans thus far, but those that had enjoyed it and Demt was drowning in requests for the Human music. “That would be a good idea, yes. Do you have enough moyu to get by when you’re out there?”
“Well, we have some money we made here, and I have some ideas for how we can make more if needs be. To be honest though I’m hoping that we can just make an arrangement with whatever governing body there is. Since I’m here, though, any suggestions would be appreciated.”
“We don’t have a centralized government. It’s more of a hierarchical tree, with the five largest Teff at the top, with smaller Teff below them. I have a feeling that you’ll be meeting with the five major Teff more than the others. That said, the Noarala Teff should be welcoming if you mention my name.”
It took Alexander a few moments before he realized that ‘Sophie’ was still just a nickname. To him, it had become her actual name. “Right, sorry. I think of you as Sophie now and it’s become stuck in my mind. Remind me how it’s pronounced again?”
“Sffffheenoarala.” She carefully kept the laughter out of her tone as she reminded the captain. “I will also record a statement to the clan leader. Being this far away from my home I have little influence, but I can at least ensure you will be treated as a friend by my Teff.”
“Gotcha. And just because the translation isn’t entirely picking up on it, a ‘Teff’ is a….?” he trailed off.
Sophie tried to think of the best way to describe it in Universal. “More tightly knit than the Bunters' companies or the Fwenth circles. We all act together. Not all of us are related to one another but being in a Teff means that we all work together. Any problem for one member of a Teff is a problem for us all, but also vice versa. We live together, celebrate together… it is not easy to explain.”
“I think I understand. In our language I think the word ‘Flock’ would be appropriate.” Since there was already a heavy ‘bird’ them in the minds of the Humans, it was only appropriate to expand it here. “I’ll reach out to your ‘Flock’ once we’ve arrived. I promise to you now, I’ll treat them all as well as you’ve treated me.”
“You’ll have them locked up for vandalism and property destruction?” Sophie teased with a smile.
“C’mon, you know I don’t blame YOU for that. It was entirely my fault and I don’t hold it against you in any way.”
“I know. I was just making a joke.” She sighed. “You know, I’m actually going to miss you. Outside of security there’s very few who understand our humor. A joke like that would have deeply offended a Bunter and scared a Cetarian. I’m always on eggshells when I’m outside the Security station. It’s nice to be able to make a joke without worrying about the consequences.”
“Hmm. You know, I hadn’t really thought of that. It’s our first time meeting other species.” Alex thought about that and amended it. “Well, mostly. There’s one exception but they’re… well, they want to be left alone by us and we’re happy to leave them alone. But they’re also pre-spaceflight.” Alex shook his head. “Anyway, I guess humor doesn’t translate well to every species. So I get your point about humor. It is nice to have someone around who you can be a little silly with.”
“Of course. If I didn’t understand humor, I’d have been appalled at your dancing last night.”
Alex clutched his chest. “You wound me. I opened up to you last night! And this is how you repay my trust?”
Sophie just smiled and poked him in the chest. “Of course. Anyone who can be knocked flat on their back then just get back up laughing can shrug off a small joke like that.”
“Alright, fair enough. I admit, I’ll definitely miss you as well. Unless you wanna come with?” Alex suggested gently. “Join us on our trip to… Kivet?”
“Kiveyt. And, that IS a rather tempting offer, but I am afraid I’ve a great deal of responsibilities here on the station. I have much to attend to, and even if I were to join you, I’d have to take the time to arrange for a replacement security chief.” Sophie was tempted. INCREDIBLY tempted. The humans were fun, understood her humor, had wonderfully pleasing voice and that music. Still, she had accepted this position and until she could pass it along properly would not shirk the responsibilities that had been granted her.
“Ah. In that case, I would actually like to pass you a parting gift.” Alex set down his carryall, and pulled out two elongated silver objects. “I have to confess to having done something a teeny tiny bit unethical, but it was for a good cause.”
He lifted up the two devices, and Sophie immediately recognized them. “Wing controls?”
“Modified. While Par was here helping convert our sensor data on the Tanjeeri, he scanned yours. We made a new pair - they should be basically the same, but these…” He set them down on top of the console in front of Sophie. “These are state of the art. Full holographic display and controls to make it easier to do more with them. They can interface fully with the station's systems, and most importantly, they have roughly 200 or so songs that are exclusively yours to listen to. They are also, unfortunately, very slightly heavier but we tried to keep the weight down as much as we could.”
Sophie reached out and picked up the two metal sheaths. They were noticeably heavier than the controls she was currently wearing, but otherwise seemed almost identical. “Are you trying to sell them to me?” She inquired.
“Nope. They’re a gift. You were a gracious host to us from the beginning and we thought we’d like to give you something to express our gratitude.” Alex zipped up the bag and threw it back over his shoulder. “It’s not really a human thing so much as a ‘me’ thing. Me and the crew. We all agreed we enjoyed your company.”
“I see.” She set them down carefully. “I don’t mean to be ungrateful but we WILL need to analyze them for security concerns. A device such as this given to a security officer can often be seen as an attempt to slip monitoring systems or possibly even disruption systems.”
Alex nodded. “Y’know, I didn’t think of that until just now, but yeah. Your job is all about being careful.” He tapped his foot thinking about it. “All I can say is we definitely didn’t put anything suspicious in there, but that's just my word. Go ahead and do any analysis but if anyone wants to disassemble it they’ll need to be super, super careful. There’s a lot of microwiring in there and once the cover’s off it’d be easy to damage it beyond repair. That said, if anything DOES happen to them, you can contact us and we’ll be happy to bring you another set.”
Sophie smiled in gratitude. She’d hoped he would understand her caution stemmed from her job and not any innate distrust. “I appreciate this gift all the same, and we’ll be careful when inspecting it. Though I do personally trust you, it’s simply the nature of being the chief of security to be overcautious.”
“Yeah, I didn’t see that when I came up with the idea, but I can see it now. Par did include some instructions on the new features. He said you should “operate the twin-right control three times and circle it to activate the help mode”. Since I’m not very familiar with your anatomy I just hope I relayed that correctly.”
Sophie arranged the wing controls in front of her and (carefully) performed the instructions. Immediately universal text appeared in front of her, floating in midair. “Put your finger near the text and move it up to scroll. If you want to close it, double-tap to bring up the controls and press the slanted cross,” Alex advised. She did and sure enough, the instructions were all there. From how to interface it with her console, to how to access the music playback. She double-tapped and pressed the ‘x’ icon as indicated.
“Thank you for this. I do appreciate the thought, though I confess I’ve no gift for you.”
Alex waved that away. “Nah, nothing to worry about there. You welcomed us here and helped us out. This is just our appreciation for that. You’ve already given us plenty of help.” He shifted the bag on his shoulder. “For now though I’m going to head back to the shuttle. Our Comm gear should be arriving anytime now, and once it does they’re going to want me back on the ship.”
“Understood.” Sophie stood from her chair and offered her hand in the now-familiar human gesture. “It’s been a pleasure to have you aboard the station, Captain.”
Alex gripped her hand gently and returned the handshake. “It’s been a pleasure to be aboard, Chief.”
—--
The ride back to the ship was relatively uneventful. Alex had suggested to Amanda the idea of proceeding to Kiveyt and she’d simply said they’d discuss it together as a crew once they reached the ship. Since it wasn’t an outright refusal he saw it as a foot in the door, and graciously accepted the win.
Once back on board everyone was immediately plunged into busy work. Alex, Ji, Min, and Ma’et had the thrilling job of moving the large pieces of the comm suite to the bay door. It would have been far, far more effort than it was worth to try to wrestle them out the airlock, so the decision had been made to simply cut gravity to the shuttle bay and open the bay doors to allow Ji and Min to maneuver the pieces into place for assembly and connection on the outside of the ship. While they suited up for EVA, the Captain and Ma’et secured the shuttle and locked it down to the deck. Normally Josh would have also been helping out, but Alex took ‘light duty’ seriously.
“No, seriously, Min. You gotta check out the design I made. It’s simple but elegant as hell. I used one of the multi-frequency modulators we set up on the ATMAP sensor array, and I used it to bridge power from the mains to the adapter suite we set up. It gives us something like thirteen times more fine control over it. Plus, I had some extra time so I used some of those spare gimbals we had laying around to create an articulating system to cover it with an ablative plate during combat.” Despite the heavy labor of locking down the shuttle and moving the Comm gear into position, the most difficult task that the crew had to deal with was putting up with Ji’s nonstop chatter (and bragging) about the preparations for the new equipment he’d done while awaiting delivery. If Alex could have he’d have muted the audio feed and just put on some music to work to, but he had to keep his comms active during the vital tasks.
It didn’t actually take that long to complete the preparations for the EVA assembly, but Ji’s chatter made it feel like hours. Once they were done, though, Alex turned over responsibility of monitoring the channel for assistance to Par and returned to the ship’s bridge, where Joshua was at.
“Sup XO. Whatcha doin’?” Alex said as he strode in.
Josh’s eyes didn’t even flicker up from the list he was going down. “Running down the diagnostics checklist while we get the new system installed, make sure there’s nothing else we’ll need to address before we leave the system.”
“What a thrilling life you lead.” Alex settled down into the big, cushy command chair.
“Yeah well this trip’s had enough thrills that I’m more than happy to just do something mindless for a bit.”
“Fair enough. Our next leg of the trip should be much, much better though.” Alex had already begun combing through the astro data they’d downloaded from the station, looking for Kiveyt.
“Amanda signed off on heading to the bird planet?” That WAS surprising enough to disrupt Josh’s concentration on the checklist, as he looked up at the captain.
“She didn’t immediately say no, which is close enough to a Yes for me. Did Ji ever fab that new shield emitter he was going on about?”
“Yep. We don’t have the raw materials to fab another one though, so we better try to buy some at our next stop wherever that is. There’s crystallization on the current ones so recycling would take ages.”
“Well let’s see if we can get replacement mats first before we make any decisions.” Alex sighed and slouched down in his chair. “God it feels good to be back. Nice to relax and stop being on my best behavior.”
“Your best behavior involves smashing the shit out of an office building and getting into a brawl that kills over 30 aliens?” Josh couldn’t resist teasing the Captain.
“Ha ha. You’re a fucking brilliant wit. Or half of one at least.” The captain pulled a red cloth sack out from his vest pocket. “Brought you a present though man.” He lightly tossed it to the larger human.
“What is this?” Josh could feel something dry and crinkly inside the sack. He lifted it up to his nose and gave it a smell. “Dill?”
“Almost exactly dill, yes. That my friend is a Bunter Scent Pad. Amanda got her hands on one and apparently while the plant that produces the scent is wildly different, the chemical composition of the scent is almost exactly the same as dill.”
“God damn. So we could have given the Bunters we rescued some pickles to keep ‘em from fucking with the dryer.” Josh shook his head. “That’s nuts. Who the hell would have thought they’d get high on goddamn DILL?”
“Not me, that’s for damn sure. And sadly, this shit’s super cheap and commonplace so not gonna be a viable revenue stream for us. At least we know now though.”
“Fair enough.” Josh tossed the red bag back to the captain, and picked up his quickboard. “Hey, with Ji and Min out doing their EVA, I’m going to run down and check off the particle bottles and converters. One less thing we’ll have to wait on them to do before we can leave.”
“Have fun. Comm me if anything interesting happens.”
—--
Maxwell Johanneson walked out of his office cheerily. Heads, it would seem, were going to be rolling - but none would be his. He would instead be getting a front row seat for the spectacle. And judging by the documents delivered electronically to him a few minutes ago, the spectacle would be incredible.
He walked down the short hallway to another office, knocking briefly on the open door before walking in. “Jake, c’mon. We’re being called into the conference room..”
Jacob looked up irritably at the newcomer. “Not right now. I’ve got to finish this writeup to send to the Proxima council.”
“The council can wait. This one’s big. Shit has hit the proverbial fan in a big way.”
“Fuck. It’s Sol, isn’t it? They made their move. I told you they wouldn’t believe us.” Jacob stood up from his desk and walked around it to join his colleague. “Which system did they hit?”
“Not Sol. Latest download came in from Cleopatra. Complete comprehensive writeup, and everyone’s flipping out over it.”
The two walked side by side down the hall, chatting amicably. “Do we have to use the stupid codenames? The office is secured. They check that every day.” Jacob groused.
“Yeah, well, some old habits die hard.” Max rounded a corner and came to a stop before a large double-door. A massive ‘TF’ logo was painted on, and he presented the back of his hand to a small blank panel next to it. A second later, the door silently slid open.
Six others were already seated at a massive table there, and Max could see more making their way in. He quickly stepped forward to grab a decent seat before things got too crowded.
It wasn’t long before the table was full, and a tall man entered from the opposite end of the room. He was immaculately dressed in a black suit, with slicked-back hair and eyeglasses. He immediately stepped up in front of the table.
“Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for your attendance here.” He began formally. “You’ve been called in because we’ve just received the latest dispatch from Cleopatra. Our humble little company has now received confirmation of SIX non-human sapient species with spacefaring capabilities.”
He pressed his fingers down on the table, and a section lit up. The quickboard built in sprang to life and a few moments later a large document was displayed on the screen.
“Cleopatra has reported they were en route to a station to meet with the representative of non-hostile species. Things, apparently, went wrong there. Very wrong. To recap, we had previous confirmation of 3 species rescued from a derelict ship. A fourth arrived and fired upon them prompting a retreat. Upon arrival at the station, they were introduced to 2 more.”
The director pointed to a list behind him. “I will be brief, though the full report is available to anyone who wishes to peruse it.”
“To give a brief summary of the events that took place, the crew of the Ship made first contact and established friendly relations with station personnel. They then were taken to a negotiation where they were, and I am quoting here, ‘blamed for rescuing the crew of the damaged ship and not the cargo’. Attempts were then made to extort the ship’s AI crewmember into being given as reparations.”
Max leaned over to Jacob. “MOTHER is going to be absolutely livid when she finds out,” he whispered quietly.
“Cleopatra noted that the Captain reacted badly to the suggestion and destroyed the negotiation room before turning himself in to station security.”
That first part sounded an awful lot like Captain Sherman. Those who had met him or had read the reports about him knew he was an unpredictable oddball. And one that frequently ran into the wrong side of security. But turning himself in, that was, from the reports, uncharacteristic.
“Cleopatra completed negotiations for mineral wealth to be delivered as recompense for the lost cargo. The crew then sold visual stimuli entertainment devices to acquire local currency, and sold a number of quickboards and data chips to acquire alien communications technology.”
There was some jealous muttering. First Contact was already be prestigious enough, but acquiring new tech on top of that was a coup that few in the company had ever or would ever be able to match. The company as a whole would benefit, of course. But some would benefit more than others, and even knowing you were going to be getting a bonus wouldn’t stop the jealousy of knowing that others getting a bigger one.
“Lastly, upon completion of the trade, they were assaulted by one of the new species. One crew member was wounded but three others present were able to retaliate against the attackers. The attacks also happened on others and there was a double digit count of fatalities.”
The display behind the Director went dark. “For now, this information is being disseminated to the Proxima council. A more sanitized version is being prepared to be sent to Sol. However this new data does indicate the likely presence of two hostile alien races. While we have discussed and established a rough outline to proceed with hostile OR friendly contact, the combination of the two is throwing off many of our estimates. The Proxima council is scrambling to come up with the best possible response, but being that the Company is officially the sole point of contact between ourselves and the Arcadia, we are in the unique position to be able to benefit the most from the situation.”
“Sir.” A hand shot up across the table. “Is the Ship staying in the station after the attacks?”
“No. They are preparing to move on to the homeworld of one of the non-hostile species they believe we could establish the best relations with. We lack the bandwidth for large data transmissions but the brief indicates a humanoid with avian features. Thus far Cleopatra’s instructions have been to go along with the Captain’s plans until we can decide the most effective course of action. Officially we can’t restrict his movements as he’s simply a contractor and not an employee.”
“Have they sent us the stellar coordinates of the station?”
“Yes. At this time, negotiations are still ongoing with Sol about the possibility of a joint expedition to meet and greet there. Unfortunately Sol appears to be hesitant and believes this to be a stalling or delaying tactic. Until that’s cleared up, contact can ONLY be made through the Arcadia.”
Another hand shot up. “How will this affect company day-to-day operations?”
“Full bore ahead on mining, salvage, and storage ops. We’re fulfilling all current contracts but taking on no new ones. The plan is to stockpile materials and prepare industrial-scale fabbers so that once trade is open, we’ll have everything on hand to take full advantage and provide any necessities.”
“Do we have any idea what trade goods will be in demand?”
The director shook his head. “Not as of this time. Keeping our transmissions secret means that we’ve received after-action writeups but lack the bandwidth for mass data dumps on the various species. We’re debating whether or not to request that they send their emergency beacon with a full data dump, but given that they’ve been attacked twice - once in space, and once on a station - there’s a very good chance they may need it.”
The questioning continued for another half an hour, and just as the director was about to wrap it up, one last hand shot up. “Yes, Jacob?”
“Director. About those hostile species. We have no idea what armaments, technology, or capabilities they have. What’s our plan for dealing with potential confrontations?”
There was a soft murmur around the conference table that was instantly silenced when the Director held up his hand. “Currently our plan is to deploy a much more heavily armed escort than usual. Upon completion of negotiations with Sol, we plan to send a joint escort of two diplomatic vessels from each of our governments. And along with those, there will be a matching escort of one Dreadnought and one Battleship. From Sol, AND from Proxima.”
Jacob pursed his lips. “That much firepower for a Diplomatic mission? Won’t that be counterproductive?”
“Nobody wants to engage in gun point diplomacy. But even the existing friendly races are a concern. Until we know the potential threats that could be awaiting us, we’re going to err on the side of caution. No matter what is waiting for us, no matter what situation we’re presented with, we will be ready to the best of our ability to make ready. And if things do go sour, we’ll respond with the absolute best of our ability to do so. We can only hope that the discrepancy between our technology and theirs isn’t so high that our best efforts don’t go to waste.”
The director looked around the table. “Any other questions?” A few moments passed. “Alright everyone. The full text of Cleopatra’s report is available on your stations for your perusal, but until we know more, you’re dismissed.”
—--

The 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team had, since its inception originally as the 4th Battalion of the 163rd Combined Arms Regiment, gone without any attention beyond war orders. This means that the Rockies National Army's armored corps is highly outdated and grossly underprepared for frontline action.
Operating decaying and long out of production M4 Shermans from the early wartime of the Second World War, the 1st ABCT was truly in a sorry state. Hoping to create a capable and modern armored force, the Department of the Military has introduced the Clements series of tanks, named after the late Governor Hiram Clements, to phase out the Sherman series.
Based largely on the Pershing designs thought up in the early 1950s, the M28 Clements Main Battle Tank with distinct improvements to cope with the shortcomings of the original Pershing design. Namely, the M28 features an engine and transmission befitting a tank of its size and armor.
The Interstate Defense Commission (ISDC) has advised that such improvements will help bring the Compact into the 60s militarily. Additionally, the ISDC has advised the creation of the M28-105, an anti-tank variant of the M28 Clements featuring a larger, high-velocity cannon capable of piercing enemy armor.

Give me 1 good reason why we shouldn't have mixed teams in QM?
Yeah we can have mixed teams in custom lobbies. And it was the norm during beta.
Mixed teams world solve a plethora of issues with the game.
First of all the qeue time. Then its balance. Cant really complain about balance in a mirror match? And then its toxicity among the playerbase. As you won't have this retarded Axis vs Ally camp.
Yeah people would dwell into individual factions and then battlegroups. But sure beats this stupid stuff we have between axis and ally mains.
I've been playing Coh since Coh1 and I know it's a "thing" for the franchise.
But seriously, it does not make the identity of the game.
And don't come putting "oh but realism" "muh history"
When you have fking guys point blank with fully automatic rifles and SMG, unable to instantly kill each other. Not to mention having the canvas roof of a halftrack bounce off artillery shells like a trampoline. (Yes this is a very rare occurance, but it can happen, And been a thing through all coh games). Or the fact that the Panther and Shermans can reverse faster than what it could in real life, they were notorious for terrible reverse speeds. Panther D model with its transmission couldn't go faster than 3.5 km/h.
Also if having Axis vs Allies sides is so important to your matches, nothing stops them for adding a button you can press to disable free faction QM. Or "historical" matching QM. If that's so important to you and willing to wait those extra minutes in qeue.
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I’ve noticed from about being 100 hours in with 2000 in war thunder (although I know it’s not a good comparison) and I’ve formulated some questions about AT rounds. Penetration seems to be an arbitrary thing, alsmot seems like a WoT game as the shells do damaged to the hull (as expected physically) but they don’t seem to damage components unless you’re specifically aiming for those components. I’ve been in a tiger or firefly vs a opposing medium like a Cromwell or easy 8 and I’ve noticed that aphe and solid shot are like the same thing, aphe seems to do fuck all even when I target the gunner position or driver. I shoot places where it sounds like it pens and im like 90% sure that it should pen, like Sherman mantlet vs 88mm, and the gunner is not dead. On the contrary I’ve been in an armored car like a 222 and that French at truck shot us in the turret and it damaged the transmission a little but killed the driver, shot us again and nothing happened. I’ve also noticed that APCR and APDS are god rounds that vaporize anything in one shot, slicing through angled armor like butter, which with apcr shouldn’t be the case. My last question is why on tanks like the Sherman are there both AP rounds, like why would you have ever loaded half m72 and half m61 when the m61 is better even if the fuse may not have worked (talking about real life where aphe fixes could fail, still better pen than the solid shot one). sorry about the ramble but it’s my genuine confusion over many hours of combat in tanks

Currently looking at a 1955 Ford 640 with a working bucket for $2800. Seems in good condition and comes with a Sherman High Low transmission. Owner states the following in the ad:
“New wiring harness, front end rebuild with new front tires. New water pump, valve cover gasket and oil pan gasket. New Hydraulic hoses. Runs great. Just started to make a noise when in reverse. Bought a new smaller tractor.”
Any thoughts? Good deal or no. I’m looking to use it for light farm work, plowing the driveway, and pulling logs for firewood.

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- 2667, General Torlak -
Torlak took what remained of his fleet and hastily fled the system formerly known as Draxis. His fleet was now no more than a handful of ships. The remaining ships could barely be used to defend a simple refueling station. They were battered and low on ammunition stores, their shield generators took a beating and the power they generated was being used for other services such as life support and engine power.
Those that survived the onslaught had craters in their hulls, and some had entire sections of their outer hulls missing. Torlak was distraught at the sight before him, and his fleet continued on past Demira and Anmira, the two sister planets they invaded first of this new species.
“Set a course for Lassus,” he ordered, and returned to his quarters. The fleet was still on alert, but the further they fled, their unease subsided. He met with a computer technician on his way and inquired about the status of the data they had received from Brallo.
“Yes, Chief,” the technician spoke nervously, “We are currently diving through the data as we speak, but I must say, we are having a difficult time translating the data.”
“What have you gathered so far?” asked Torlak.
“We have found what looks to be star coordinates. Our team is currently comparing them to our database, and then we may be able to locate more targets for our fleets to attack.”
“That is good work, uh-” he began, their name lost on him.
“Ollin.”
“Yes,” he replied with a slight fluster, “Ollin, That is good work on your team's part. I expect great things from this.”
“Yes, Chief!” Ollin replied happily, “We just need to connect it to our database for a complete comparison.”
“Is there any other data you've found?” he asked, urging to change the subject.
“We have learned what they call themselves and some of their history, but the rest is still being downloaded.”
“Very well,” Torlak replied, “Continued with your work.”
Ollin gave a bow and continued on his way. Torlak, on the other hand, continued on toward his room, where he was met with a large bed and the finest covers the fleet could afford. He refreshed himself and readied himself for bed. It was a long and drawn-out engagement, he almost forgot what his bed felt like. Before he knew it, he was taken into slumber the moment his head touched the pillow.
Several days followed and when he made his way to the bridge, he was met with a new, yet familiar system, Lassus. This system was five jumps away from the system that was home to Demira and Anmira. He didn't know the name of the colony because it was so recently founded, but after sifting through some data found on Draxis, it was named Dema and that's what he suggested they call it.
Aside from Dema, there was not much data beyond the Draxis system for their coordinates log. He thought the technicians would have more than the two systems uploaded by now, but their reasoning was that their systems were too slow and that it needed to take time. They had already connected to their central navigation archives to map the coordinates, so it wasn't clear to him why it was taking so long. He let it go, but ordered that they report any new findings within the data.
Returning to the holo-map in the center of the bridge was the Lassus system. It is a binary star system home to a series of four gas giants and a lone rocky planet in between the four. The planets orbited a fair distance from their stars and the two closest gas giants were orbited by many moons, the lone rocky planet, Lasu, followed them. It had no moon and the planet was nothing more than a husk, but was home to a large fuel refinery depot that orbited it and a large population of depot workers, totaling around 50 million.
The final two gas giants orbited beyond Lasu, and they had a brilliant display of rings. This was one of the largest forms of resources for materials, while the gas giants operated as an abundant source for their fuel refinery.
Torlak ordered the ships down to Lasu after speaking to their flight control. They were granted access and all ships were able to find a docking port for their respective sizes. When all ships were docked, Torlak granted them time off for the duration of their stay, as he also ordered ship repairs. It wasn't his own money he was spending, but that of the military. Surely, they would understand the need to repair moderately still serviceable ships. Torlak needed a break, and he already passed some sizable fleets at some previous systems, so he felt relative ease here on Lasu.
He silently walked about the station and was greeted by all the citizens of the station. His title was evident on a cloth he wore around his neck. It was a black cloth with a gold embroidered star and the planet of Sellia, with the landmasses, depicted on it.
It wasn't long before he arrived at a fancy-looking restaurant, with a multitude of naval servicemen mingling outside the establishment. Many looked ragged as they spoke, and their facial features sagged from what he can only suspect was from stress.
He walked towards the entrance and met the gaze of one of the Junior War Chiefs, a title appointed to those who pilot many of their fighters.
“Ah, General! What are you doing here?” One of the young ones asked.
“Searching for some good food with this much-needed break. How are you all faring?” He asked the group.
“General, be honest, what do you make of the enemy? We weren't on the ground, so we don't know what they're truly like.” Another pilot asked.
Torlak pondered the inquiry, “I can't…divulge too much, but what I can offer is that perhaps we should have greeted them on friendly terms.” He said in a remorseful tone. “They have something to fight for, but so do we. Just remember, I chose our people, and so should you.”
The group of pilots nodded, knowing that their enemy had something to fight for and was willing to die for it. The only question that came to mind was, how far are they willing to go to retaliate?
He bid the group farewell and proceeded into the establishment. The furnishings were of higher class relative to the rest of the station. It wasn't high by Sellian home standards, but it was very much so here. He was soon escorted by a waiter that brought him to one of the rooms in the back that were reserved for the highest-ranking officials.
He was met by several Chief-Commanders and Captains of the various vessels of his battle group, and they welcomed him to sit. Among the group was the recently promoted Chief-Captain Dalogon. Someone whom he thought perished on Draxis and was consuming himself with a drink.
“I remember you, Dalogon, correct?”
The teary-eyed Sellian in question lifted his head from the table and met the General's gaze. His eyes shot wide and tried to stand to meet him, but he was asked to sit back down.
“General, what brings you here?” His eyes were still swollen from tears and the stiff drink he had before him.
“I found it fitting to at least take some time off, especially what we all went through some time ago,” Torlak said, trying to ease the tension.
Various commanders and captains nodded in agreement. Some already had their food and took small bites of it as if their appetite had gone elsewhere. It was just a mix of meat and vegetables on the side.
He took his seat and ordered a small but refined meal when one of the commanders spoke aloud, “Do you think our vessels were bested by such a savage race!” His eyes were red and the stench of fermented grains filled the room.
“That's right! That's right!” another supported, “What even were those weapons?! They destroyed my brother's ship like it was nothing but wood and adhesives! What do you think of them, General? What would you call them?”
His voice was obnoxious. Clearly, the room was deep in the inebriating substance. He looked at the bottle they all shared, 'Filo's Finest'. A drink of fermented grains and processed to nothing short of lethal for the average Sellian.
'Ah, no wonder,' he thought before addressing their concerns. “They call themselves Terrans.”
“What kind of name is 'Terran' anyway?” one of the captains asked.
“A name we gathered from the data Chief-Commander Brallo bravely delivered to us before we fled the system. Apparently, it means Dirt,” The group grew quiet at the mention of the commander. He was widely regarded as the best ground tactician the Sellian military had produced.
“Even in his darkest hour, he was noble. He was an honorable man who fended off the legendary Runi'an Attack Force! A group that's so vile and savage that it would take a god to smite them! But all it took was Brallo!” A commander said, raising his cup, to which the others followed, including Torlak.
“To Brallo! For Sellia!”
They continued late into the night, reminiscing fallen comrades and tales of old passed down to them until closing. They were escorted by fellow war chiefs to their respective destinations, leaving only Dalogon and Torlak. Torlak took the inebriated Dalogon and finally left the restaurant to return to their respective ships.
“Where is your ship, Dalogon?”
He only pointed in a vague direction, and Torlak supported him until he met a crewman who recognized his captain.
Let me take him, General!” Torlak did as he said and passed off Dalogon, not until the person in question turned to face Torlak, his eyes filled with momentary clarity.
“Tell me, General. What happened to the group by the gas giant? What happened to Namu?” Tears swelled up again on the corners of his eyes, still staring deep into Torlak.
“He… His group is suspected to have perished… I'm sorry.” Dalogon held back his tears and he was finally led away by the crewman, the sounds of his cries grew faint the further they departed.
Torlak knew of the two, albeit briefly. He knew Dalogon and Namu to be close, like brothers, but during the attack on Draxis, Namu was designated to attack the research stations by the gas giant only for it to be more heavily defended than he originally believed. Dalogon was part of the attack on the compound, and he was one of the few that were able to flee the sudden assault from the enemy. The only other ships that were able to rendezvous with them were the singular ships that were staged away from the complex.
As they left, he remembered they were informed that the group by the gas giant had perished and their signal ceased transmission. That meant only one thing, and believed that Namu had met his end, hoping that he took out as much of the enemy as he could. It's all he would want for a warrior of his grade.
Torlak returned to his ship, spending the days it took to repair in leisure. By the time their ships were ready, several weeks had passed. He communicated with the nearby sectors for enemy movement but found nothing unusual. The enemy had yet to retaliate. He wished to urgently return home and bring news of the data they had obtained.
“Navigator,” He ordered, “Plot a course for Sellia. It is time I meet with the War Council.”
“Of course, General.”
Their ship traveled to the edge of the system and a large circular metal structure floated in the void. As they approached, they were hailed by the station that was attached to the structure.
“Halt your advance. This gate is an entry into core Sellian space. State your name, ship, and reason for travel.”
“Chief-General Torlak of the Father's Prime fighter carrier. I am required to meet with the War Council.” There was a pause.
“Access Granted. Welcome back, General. You'll have approximately eight systems to go before you reach Sellia.”
To travel eight systems consecutively, it would take a ship of their size approximately two and a half weeks without stopping. So, this time he spent on Lassus station was vital to replenish supplies.
“Thank you,” Torlak replied.
The large structure, as ancient as it looked, lit up and a fissure in space materialized and the circumference of the portal extended to the inner edges of the structure. The diameter was approximately 16 km. For a gate on the outer edges of Sellian core space, it was one of the larger ones.
When the portal stabilized, his ship, along with the rest of his group, followed through the vibrant portal back into the space that gave them the greatest comfort.
Several weeks would go by and Chief-General Torlak found himself before the War council on Artray, the capital city of their cradle world, Sellia.
“What news do you bring, Torlak?” Kallim spoke, eager to hear tales from the battlefield. “Have you learned anything more about what we are facing? Polas will need to make a new speech for the people of Sellia.”
Reka, Breka, Galem, and Polas sat at their respective seats beside the Chief Councilman, Kallim. They all awaited his report. Prepared for this, Torlak called in Krio, his chief scientist, to speak on his behalf.
Torlak began, “I must apologize, but spirits are low among the troops.” He gauged their reactions: curiosity. “But I am afraid we have been routed from Draxis.”
“Draxis?” Polas was the first to respond.
“Yes. It is what the so-called 'Terrans' call the system,” He continued, “We first galloped into the territory that had yet to be named save for the two life-bearing planets, Demira and Anmira. They called the system Dema, and it was the first system of our conquest.”
Galem raised a hand, “What do you mean by Terrans? Is that what we're to call them?”
“That is so. In a final raid, scouts informed me of a likely point of interest that quite possibly held information on the enemy.” Their posture changed, prompting Torlak to continue, to which he responded by directing their attention to Krio and their eyes shifted. Krio was uneasy about the stares but carried on.
“Ahem,” He coughed, and a hologram presented itself, “Using the latest in data retrieval tech, we were able to seamlessly connect to the enemy's storage farm. They emitted a signal that meant they were passing data wirelessly, so we took that and began downloading the data. I must say, their security is what we would have had some thousand years ago. So, it was easy for ground technicians to crack.” Krio stated proudly.
“Out of the data we mined are what seem to be classified coordinates, new and upcoming technology. Here, let me show you. They were kind enough to have visuals attached. Pardon the coloring, I do believe some data was corrupted and color was lost. The first up seems to be a primitive form of an armored vehicle,” Krio explained.
He noted that compared to their own armored division, the Terrans were still stuck to technology before levitation tech and greatly noted the treads the vehicle was supported on. Krio was also keen to mention the overall shape of the main compartment and the gun.
“The vehicle is moved by treads, no doubt to overcome uneasy terrain. The cabin is rounded, with some parts angled to no doubt deflect incoming rounds. From what I have seen, the enemy has yet to field a heavy armored division. The only form we've seen are lightly armored four-wheeled vehicles with poorly attached weapons on the rear bed.”
Reka raised his hand, “What is that armored abomination called? I'm certain that, just from the looks of it, it would be incinerated by a single round from our Halen tank.”
“I'm sure it would, Their specifications are less than the width of my data pad!” Krio said condescendingly.
“What do they call it?” Reka asked.
“They called it the 'M4 Sherman'. This brings us to another technology they seem to be developing.” He changed the photo to one of an aerial element.
“This is what they call the 'F4 Phantom Two'. A vehicle designed for aerial bombing raids and interceptions.” The visual had the council intrigued. “By the frame, it suggests that it would be superb in atmospheric conditions. I would definitely be something worth looking out for in the field for our pilots,” Krio ended his presentation and stepped back behind Torlak, who remained silent this time.
“You have been awfully quiet, Torlak, is there any additional information on the Terrans and their tactics?” Kallim asked.
“Yes, actually.” Torlak paused, “The Terrans. They employ frightening tactics in combat. I have seen it first hand.” He presented a video format of his latest engagement, and probably his most traumatizing.
The councilmen watched in horror as a ship from the enemy placed itself beside a Sellian frigate and proceeded to fire an overdose of cannon fire into its side. The Sellian ship fell to the earth and pieces covered in flame and smoke.
The councilman's expressions grew fearful. Torlak played other instances of the slaughter before being told to pause or change it.
“As you can see. None of our ships were prepared to engage in such a fight. Their shields were destroyed on first encounter and were laid to waste,” he said solemnly.
The War Council murmured between each other, but Torlak continued, “What is even worse is how their infantry throws themselves into combat.”
He played another video when he fled. “They enter metal coffins in the shape of tears and rain them down onto the battlefield! I suspect it was this force that brought Brallo to his end.”
That name rang bells in the councilmen. Commander Brallo. A warrior who engaged in ground combat with legions of soldiers and was victorious more often than not.
“I received those from the last ship to leave the combat zone.”
It was a video of Brallo. Around him, several soldiers were shot by a slowly advancing force, bringing him to a corner. They thought that he was going to be captured as a prisoner when two soldiers came running with a stretcher after he was shot by a lone soldier with a gold mark on his shoulder. However, that was not the case, and the soldier who had already incapacitated him fired one into his skull. Then the video faded to static.
The council was uneasy, and their expressions reflected what they felt.
“Do not worry, Father.” Polas spoke, “I can use what we've learned to further demonize the enemy.”
“I agree with Polas,” spoke Breka, “We need to keep all information about the Terrans under restriction. We would not want to incite panic. Much less a rebellion for sentient sympathizers.”
“We are already too far into this campaign to give up now,” Reka concurred, I would not subject my troops to such suicidal tactics. That makes us better than these savages. The sooner we rid them of our future colonies, the better we'll be if the Union attacks.”
“The populace has yet to know about the Terran slaves we are currently trading to the union. It is best if we keep it as such,” Galem added.
The four continued providing more ways to keep themselves as righteous to the people in the face of the enemy. The last speech by Polas had already prompted large-scale recruitment efforts into their forces, as well as workers for asset manufacturing.
'Business was booming, as they say.' Torlak thought to himself of the current economic boom his people were experiencing.
“Is there anything more of me or my scientist?” Torlak beckoned.
“That will be all,” Kallim responded.
Krio and Torlak left the War Council Chambers and found themselves in the courtyard just outside. The sun was still high, and the sky was filled with brilliant blue and the whitest of clouds. A slight breeze caressed their bodies and both shivered.
“Soon shall be the season of ice,” commented Krio to which Torlak agreed.
They walked to the entrance of the building and were greeted by two guards who let them pass. Then, they found themselves on a walkway littered with pedestrians. Children with their parents swung between their arms and smiles were flagrantly expressed, warming Torlak.
“This is why I do what I do, Torlak. For all these people and more. What about you?” Krio asked.
Torlak took some time to answer and did so after a pause, “Not to say that I don't, but I feel that we could have gone in a wholly different direction. The council did not have to resort to violence.”
The two continued down the road toward a bakery that Krio suggested they try. The roads were mainly for pedestrians, and any private vehicles flew overhead in designated zones away from populated areas or by rail.
“I know how you feel, but compared to the Terrans,” Krio took care to whisper their name, “I would pick us over them any day, wouldn't you?”
“Of course. As I said, if we wish to be able to take up arms against the Galactic Union, I think it would be best to get them on our side…”
Krio's eyes grew, “After what we did? Are you crazy? What do you think they would do to us if they found out what we did with their people? No, thanks. I say we press on in our campaign and call it a day. Besides, at the rate we're going, we'll have the ships to outnumber them, ten-to-one!”
Torlak agreed, but accepted the notion of extermination. Even after this time, it still didn't sit right with him, and actively sought ways to rationalize the Terran extermination.
They have finally made their way to the bakery Krio was so eager to try and was glad upon its shorter than usual line. When it was his turn, he ordered a Valrin Bun and Roll, while Torlak settled for the Trill Spice Bread.
They found themselves at an outdoor table as they consumed their food.
I'm telling you, nothing beats the Valrin Bun and Roll combo!” Krio said with vigor as Torlak took a bite out of his Trill Spice Bread.
“Glad you enjoy it because it came out of my pocket.” Torlak snared
“Don't worry, I'll transfer what I owe tonight.”
Torlak nodded pleasantly and finished his meal. He bid farewell to Krio who continued eating while browsing on his data pad. Torlak wandered around for the rest of day visiting shops and browsing gifts before settling on a fine necklace and head ornament band in the design of graciously decorated flowers. It was a popular type of headwear for the opposite sex, and the particular one he bought just so happened to match with the necklace.
Both were placed in a neat but expensive-looking back, and Torlak left the high-end jewelry shop toward the main rail. From the central area of Artray, the capital city, his trip would take him to just outside the main city limits.
The ride was a total of an hour and twenty minutes, and he saw the gradual recession of the city into sparse buildings and land as far as the eye can see. Grass up to his waist spread out into the land and the landscape was decorated with patches of large trees that offered a wealth of shade from the sun and kids could be seen playing under some of them.
Torlak continued to peer out the window and looked towards the horizon. While his immediate horizon was obscured by grass-laden hills, he was still able to see a large and imposing range of mountains that were all kinds of shades of gray tipped with white snow.
His home was relatively close to the mountains, and when he was younger, they would take trips up and play in the snow during the height of the season.
As he reminisced, his ride came to a smooth halt and the doors opened. His cabin was mostly free of riders and was mostly old folk who had likely retired to the country. When he stepped off, he looked in the direction of where he came from and saw the outline of tall buildings in the far distance. Glimmers of light sparkled here and there in the sky surrounding the buildings, a mix of personal and commercial shuttles.
He continued off the platform and the doors to the rail closed with a muffled hiss and continued on its journey. When it was gone, only silence was present. The sounds of birds broke that silence with a harmonious tune.
He continued and from the platform was met with a small town that had homes placed about on the hills and trees covered the main walkway with shade. It was quaint and quiet, with little foot traffic now that the sun was beginning to set.
After walking for several minutes, he faced the door to a small home, the lights now illuminating parts of the walkway to the house. The laughter of children could be heard as he approached closer and when he knocked on the door, the noises stopped and a muffled whisper took their place. After a moment, the door opened and he was met with a woman.
Her eyes were large, and her skin was a smooth violet with amethyst markings that dotted her face in a smooth and tribal pattern.
“Tor!” She yelled and embraced him, her arms around his neck and her head into his chest. The door widened, and two children came out. Both shared aspects of the woman and his own burgundy shade. They gripped him at the sides.
“Dad!”
He did his best to embrace them all but found that task impossible. “Yes, children, daddy's home,” he replied.
He settled the children down and the family found themselves in the living room, the kids attached to him.
“I hadn't expected you so soon. I hadn't received a message for so long that I began to fear the worst.” The woman said, pouring a warm liquid, and handing it to Tor.
“I apologize for that, Aleska. My work dictated I keep messages to a minimum.” He said, applying a small smile.
“Oh, before I forget, I got this for you,” He handed her the necklace and ornamental head ornament, and she adorned them both, gaining the attention of the kids and her husband.
“It looks beautiful! What made you decide to buy something like this?” she asked.
“As General, I think it's only fitting for my wife.” She blushed, giving him a kiss paired with the oos and awes of their children.
“Don't worry, I didn't forget you both.” He said, grabbing two items from his coat. “For my dear Alesa,” and gave her a doll of a character from her favorite children's show, “And for my strong son, Torlin!” He brought out a small toy in the shape of a Sellian Frigate adorned in paint celebrating the Union secession.
Both children glowed with their gifts and began playing with Aleska and Tor on the couch. Watching their children play without a care in the world.
“How long will you be here?” Aleska asked with a pleading look.
“I don't know, we've been granted some time away and rotated out so another group can take our place.”
“I'm just glad you're finally back home. The kids have missed you,” she replied in a solemn, yet warming tone.
He observed the two. Alesa used her doll like a large attacking monster, and Torlin fought back with his ship. They continued fighting it out, but eventually came around to the two toys joining forces against an invisible enemy.
“Who are they fighting?” he asked, eying his son move the figure in a flying motion.
“The tewwens!” Torlin replied.
He grew uneasy, and faced Aleska, “Where'd he learn that from?” he said with a wry smile.
“It's been all over the news. Councilman Polas gave out a speech not long before you came home. What’s this about the Terrans?”
Tor swallowed, unsure how to answer, “They're the bad guys,” Tor conceded, contrary to his growing feelings about the recent actions against them. “I just so happened to come back from a battle with them.”
Her eyes grew wide, “You weren’t hurt, were you?” she said, her face nothing but worry.
“It was close,” he lied, “they're tough, but we drove them back!” he said, feigning strength. He reassured her, and she subsequently relaxed, stress still somewhat present. The children continued playing until it was time for bed. Tor and Aleska tucked them both into bed and retired to their room. Exhaustion took him and Aleska equally, and the two drifted off to sleep. Their world stopped, even if for a bit, but Tor didn't care, disregarding the worries of the universe. All he cared for presently was his family, and he would take the days as they came, with love of family and brethren.
- End of Chapter -
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2.34.0.26 -> 2.34.0.28

• Gameparameters :
  • Sensors :
    • AB/SB : Added sensor Compensate Ground Multipath Effect = False
    • RB :
      • Sensor Ground Multipath Effect : False -> True
      • Added sensor Compensate Ground Multipath Effect = False
  • Added Sensor View Table (Likely for TacView)

Aircraft Weapon Changes :

• Alpha Jet A :
  • Loadouts changed : 1x BK27 + 114x FFAR Mighty Mouse : Weapons of the loadout/option changed :
    • Removed 38x FFAR Mighty Mouse
    • Removed 76x FFAR Mighty Mouse
    • Added 38x FFAR Mighty Mouse
    • Added 76x FFAR Mighty Mouse
  • Custom loadout changes :
    • Slot 1 changed : Option changed : 19x FFAR Mighty Mouse -> 19x FFAR Mighty Mouse
    • Slot 2 changed :
      • Option changed : 19x FFAR Mighty Mouse -> 19x FFAR Mighty Mouse
      • Option changed : 38x FFAR Mighty Mouse -> 38x FFAR Mighty Mouse
    • Slot 4 changed :
      • Option changed : 19x FFAR Mighty Mouse -> 19x FFAR Mighty Mouse
      • Option changed : 38x FFAR Mighty Mouse -> 38x FFAR Mighty Mouse
    • Slot 5 changed : Option changed : 19x FFAR Mighty Mouse -> 19x FFAR Mighty Mouse

Aircraft FM Changes :

• A-1H, AD-2, AD-4, ▄AD-4, ▄AD-4NA : Flaps now retract from 222 km/h IAS, fully retracting at 250 km/h IAS
• JAS39A, JAS39C : Separated fuel tanks into smaller fuel tanks (total capacity unchanged)

Aircraft DM Changes :

• AH-1W, ␗AH-1W :
  • New DM
  • Pilot Model : JP -> US
  • New Cockpit
• Alpha Jet A : Changed HUD
• Alpha Jet E : Changed HUD
• Buccaneer S.2B : CMs : Arrangement : 31/31 (62 Total) -> 30/30 (60 Total)
• MiG-29SMT : TV Pod : Vertical Limits : [-80, 15] -> [-55, 38]
• JAS39A : DM is no longer Fake
• Su-25SM3 : Second TV Pod :
  • Horizontal Limit : +/- 15 -> +/- 60°
  • Vertical Limit : +/- 15 -> +/- 60°
• Su-25T, Su-39 : Second TV Pod : Vertical Limits : [-80, 15] -> [-55, 38]

Naval Changes :

• USS Dealey :
  • Engine : Max Speed [-18, 37] -> [-18, 50] km/h
• SKR-7, SKR-1 :Ammo Storage :
  • Replenishment Delay : 1.5 -> 2 s
  • Replenishment Time : 1 -> 3 s

Tanks Changes :

• ZBD04A :
  • LFP : 30 -> 20 mm
  • Turret Ring : 25 -> 20 mm
  • Part of Gun Mask : 40 -> 25 mm
  • Part of Gun Mask: 5 -> 15 mm
  • Hull Sides : 8 -> 10 mm
  • Turret Cheeks : 38 -> 23 mm
• VTT DCA : Ammo Storage : Ammo Count : 3600 -> 3200
• Zerstörer 45 : 30 mm MK103/38 cannon : Ammo Count : 180 -> 210 round per guns
• Raam Segol :
  • Grenades Launchers : 40 RHA -> 5 mm Structural Steel
  • Weird tube on rear of turret : 20 RHA -> 4 mm Structural Steel
• AB 41 :
  • Empty Mass : 6.25 -> 7.15 t
  • Full Mass : 6.5 -> 7.4 t
• Challenger 2 :
  • Part of hull front : 10 -> 20 mm
  • Added Part of Dozer Support to DM as 25 mm Structural Steel
  • Commander Hatch Viewports : Aluminium -> CHA
  • Added Metal support under turret rear to DM as 3 mm Rubber-fabric screens

Ground Weapon Changes :

• 30 mm L21A1 automatic cannon :
  • Removed 30x170 APHE-I from HE Belt
  • Added 30x170 APHE-I to APHE-I Belt

Naval Weapons Changes :

• 76 mm/59 AK-726 automatized artillery system :
  • Jammed Reload Time : 12 -> 15 s
  • Increased Overheating
• 410 mm/45 Type 3 gun :
  • 410 mm Common Type 0 :
    • Speed : 790 -> 805 m/s
    • Bullet Type : SAPCBC -> HE-F
    • Explosive Type : Shimose (1.1 TNTe) -> Type 91 (1.05 TNTe)
    • Fuse Delay (s) : 0.01 -> 0 s
    • Fuse Sensitivity : 26 -> 0.1 mm

Missile Change :

• AS-30L Nord : Guidance :
  • Added Permanently Activated = True
  • Added Inertial Navigation = True
  • Added Inertial Navigation Drift Speed = 2 m/s
  • Break Lock Max Time : 5 -> 22 s

Statcard Changes :

• Bretagne, Lorraine :
  • Main Turrets Thickness : 300 / 216 / 360 -> 300 / 210 / 360 mm
  • Citadel Thickness : 160 / 250 / 40 -> 40 / 250 / 40 mm

BR Changes :

• ZBD04A : 9.3 -> 9.7

Economical Changes :

• Alpha Jet A : Modification changes :
  • Fuselage repair : Added Category : Flight performance
  • Airframe :
    • Added Category : Flight performance
    • Previous modification (visually, not required) : Flares/Chaff -> Fuselage repair
  • Wings repair : Previous modification (visually, not required) : New boosters -> Airframe
  • G-suit : Previous modification (visually, not required) : Fuselage repair -> Flares/Chaff
  • Cover :
    • Added Category : Flight performance
    • Previous modification (visually, not required) : Airframe -> Wings repair
  • Engine : Previous modification (visually, not required) : Wings repair -> New boosters
• Alpha Jet E : Modification changes :
  • Fuselage repair : Added Category : Flight performance
  • Airframe :
    • Added Previous modification (visually, not required) : Fuselage repair
    • Added Category : Flight performance
  • Wings repair : Previous modification (visually, not required) : New boosters -> Airframe
  • Cover :
    • Added Previous modification (visually, not required) : Wings repair
    • Added Category : Flight performance
  • Engine : Previous modification (visually, not required) : Wings repair -> New boosters
• Warrior : Modification changes :
  • Added 30x170 APHE-I SAP-I / 30x170 APHE-I SAP-I / 30x170 APHE-I SAP-I
  • Added 30x170 APHE-I SAP-I / 30x170 APHE-I SAP-I / 30x170 APHE-I SAP-I (modification) as Tier 1 modification
  • Improved Parts :
    • RP cost : 1800 -> 1400
    • GE cost : 260 -> 220
  • Tracks :
    • RP cost : 6000 -> 4800
    • GE cost : 260 -> 220
  • Horizontal Drive :
    • RP cost : 6000 -> 4800
    • GE cost : 260 -> 220
  • 30х170 APDS-T APDS / 30х170 APDS-T APDS / 30х170 APDS-T APDS (modification) :
    • Tier : 1 -> 4
    • RP cost : 6000 -> 6500
    • GE cost : 260 -> 300
  • Improved FPE : GE cost : 195 -> 210
  • Suspension : GE cost : 195 -> 210
  • Brake System : GE cost : 195 -> 210
  • Adjustment of Fire : GE cost : 195 -> 210
  • Airstrike : GE cost : 195 -> 210
  • Laser rangefinder : GE cost : 195 -> 210
  • Filters : GE cost : 260 -> 280
  • Elevation Mechanism : GE cost : 260 -> 280
  • Crew Replenishment : GE cost : 260 -> 280
  • MILAN 2 : GE cost : 260 -> 280
  • Scout UAV : GE cost : 260 -> 280
  • Transmission : GE cost : 290 -> 300
  • Engine : GE cost : 290 -> 300
  • Artillery Support : GE cost : 290 -> 300
  • Improved optics :
    • GE cost : 290 -> 300
    • Additional Protection Package :
    • GE cost : 290 -> 300
  • NVD :
    • Tier : 4 -> 1
    • RP cost : 6500 -> 4800
    • GE cost : 290 -> 220
• Fox :
  • Number of modifications needed to unlock Tier 4 : 3 -> 2
  • Modification changes :
    • Added 30x170 APHE-I SAP-I / 30x170 APHE-I SAP-I / 30x170 APHE-I SAP-I
    • Added 30x170 APHE-I SAP-I / 30x170 APHE-I SAP-I / 30x170 APHE-I SAP-I (modification) as Tier 1 modification
    • Improved Parts : GE cost : 180 -> 190
    • Tires : GE cost : 180 -> 190
    • Horizontal Drive : GE cost : 180 -> 190
    • 30х170 APDS-T APDS / 30х170 APDS-T APDS / 30х170 APDS-T APDS (modification) :
      • Tier : 1 -> 4
      • RP cost : 3100 -> 3300
      • GE cost : 180 -> 200
    • Improved FPE : GE cost : 160 -> 170
    • Suspension : GE cost : 160 -> 170
    • Brake System : GE cost : 160 -> 170
    • Adjustment of Fire : GE cost : 160 -> 170
    • Airstrike : GE cost : 160 -> 170
    • Filters :
      • RP cost : 3100 -> 3800
      • GE cost : 180 -> 230
    • Elevation Mechanism :
      • RP cost : 3100 -> 3800
      • GE cost : 180 -> 230
    • Crew Replenishment :
      • RP cost : 3100 -> 3800
      • GE cost : 180 -> 230
    • NVD :
      • RP cost : 3100 -> 3800
      • GE cost : 180 -> 230
    • Smoke grenade :
      • Added Category : Protection
      • Tier : 3 -> 4
      • RP cost : 3100 -> 3300
      • GE cost : 180 -> 200
    • Transmission :
      • RP cost : 5000 -> 3300
      • GE cost : 290 -> 200
    • Engine :
      • RP cost : 5000 -> 3300
      • GE cost : 290 -> 200
    • Artillery Support :
      • RP cost : 5000 -> 3300
      • GE cost : 290 -> 200
    • Improved optics :
      • RP cost : 5000 -> 3300
      • GE cost : 290 -> 200
• ZBD04A :
  • Full Stock Repair Cost : 3236 / 3115 / 3998 -> 3254 / 3116 / 4152 SL
  • Minimum Repair Cost : 874 / 877 / 869 -> 875 / 876 / 886 SL/minute
  • Full Spaded Repair Cost : 5778 / 5563 / 7139 -> 5810 / 5564 / 7415 SL
  • SL multiplier : 1.38 / 1.73 / 2.24 -> 1.37 / 1.73 / 2.23

New Tech Tree Icons :

• ◔MiG-15bis : https://i.imgur.com/OvUa2Nj.png
• ◔MiG-21bis-SAU : https://i.imgur.com/D9RYIWx.png
• ◔MiG-21MF : https://i.imgur.com/gbHuu7v.png

New Statcards Images :

• ◔MiG-15bis : https://i.imgur.com/0r1TlRS.png
• ◔MiG-21bis-SAU : https://i.imgur.com/lTurDvy.png
• ◔MiG-21MF : https://i.imgur.com/hdAezML.png

New Texts :

• "Add to wishlist"
• "Go to wishlist"
• "The wishlist is full. Purchase or delete something from it to be able to add new items."
• "Comment"
• "The comment must be no longer than 100 characters."
• "Drop tank (490 liters.)"
• "Drop tank"
• "Drop tank (490 liters.)"
• "Drop tank"
• "Drop tank (490 liters.)"
• "Drop tank"

Texts Changes :

• "Allyes" -> "Allies"
• "Missiles with active radar seeker can be used combined with a special radar operating mode — "Track-While-Scan" or "TWS". In this mode, the aircraft’s radar tracks several targets at once and measures their movement parameters Press {shortcut} to switch to SPN mode" -> "Missiles with active radar seeker can be used combined with a special radar operating mode — "Track-While-Scan" or "TWS". In this mode, the aircraft’s radar tracks several targets at once and measures their movement parameters Press {shortcut} to switch to TWS mode"
• "AA missiles with manual guidance are the earliest guided missiles of the air-to-air class. After launch, the pilot or weapon operator observes the missile's engine or tracer and provides corrective commands to guide it to the target. The missile can be detonated either by directly hitting the target or by a remote detonator. This weapon is resistant to enemy countermeasures; however, hitting a maneuvering target is a very challenging task." -> "AA missiles with manual guidance are the earliest guided missiles of the air-to-air class. After launch, the pilot or weapon operator observes the missile's engine or tracer and provides corrective commands to guide it towards the target. The missile can be detonated either by directly hitting the target or by a remote detonator. This weapon is resistant to enemy countermeasures; however, hitting a maneuvering target is a very challenging task."
• "Air-to-surface missiles with semi-active laser guidance systems are used to guide laser emissions from the carrier to the target." -> "Air-to-ground missiles with the semi-active laser guidance system use laser emissions from the carrier aircraft to guide them towards the target."
• "Air-to-surface missiles with semi-active laser guidance systems use laser emissions from the carrier to guide them to the target. Continuous laser illumination of the target from the carrier is required for guidance until the target is hit. The targeting pod is equipped with powerful optics that enable the detection and recognition of ground targets from long distances, as well as their automatic tracking and laser designation for guided weapons." -> "Air-to-ground missiles with the semi-active laser guidance system use laser emissions from the carrier aircraft to guide them towards the target. Continuous laser illumination of the target from the carrier aircraft is required for guidance until the target is hit. The targeting pod is equipped with powerful optics that enable the detection and recognition of ground targets from long distances, as well as their automatic tracking and laser designation for guided weapons."
• "Engage the target using a laser-guided air-to-surface missile. The aircraft is equipped with a targeting station with a fixed laser beam." -> "Hit the target using a laser-guided air-to-ground missile. The aircraft is equipped with an acquisition radar with a fixed laser beam."
• "Continuous laser illumination of the target from the carrier is necessary for guidance until the target is hit. Targeting is achieved by aligning the flight path of the carrier aircraft until the target is hit. Air-to-surface missiles with laser guidance systems use laser emissions from the carrier for guidance." -> "Continuous laser illumination of the target from the carrier is necessary for guidance until the target is hit. Targeting is achieved by aligning the missile’s flight path by the carrier aircraft until the target is hit. Air-to-ground missiles with the laser guidance system use laser emissions from the carrier aircraft to guide them towards the target."
• "Engage the target using a television-guided air-to-surface missile." -> "Hit the target using a television-guided air-to-ground missile."
• "TV-guided air-to-surface missiles are guided missiles with television guidance systems, allowing for the detection and tracking of ground and maritime targets through an optical guidance system. After launch, the missile guidance is automatically performed. Advantages of this type of munition include ease of use and full freedom of the carrier after launch - the munition guides itself to the target without pilot intervention. Disadvantages include inability to use at night, in complex weather conditions, and susceptibility to diversion by natural or artificial interference - for example, a tank's smoke screen disrupts guidance." -> "TV-guided air-to-ground missiles are guided missiles with television guidance systems, allowing for the detection and tracking of ground and maritime targets through an optical guidance system. After launch, the missile guidance is automatically performed. Advantages of this type of ammunition include ease of use and full freedom of the carrier aircraft after launch - the ammunition guides itself to the target without pilot’s intervention. Disadvantages include inability to use at night, in complex weather conditions, and susceptibility to diversion by natural or artificial interference - for example, a tank's smoke screen disrupts guidance."
• "Engage the target using a guided "air-to-surface" missile with a thermal imaging seeker. " -> "Hit the target using a guided air-to-ground missile with a thermal imaging seeker. "
• "Air-to-surface guided missiles with thermal imaging seekers allow for the search and detection of ground and maritime targets using an optical guidance system. After launch, the missile's guidance is automatically controlled. Advantages of this type of ammunition include ease of use, easier target search and recognition in the infrared spectrum, and complete freedom for the launcher after launch - the ammunition guides itself to the target without pilot intervention. Disadvantages include the inability to operate in complex weather conditions, as well as the potential for missiles to be diverted by natural or artificial interference - for example, a tank's smoke screen disrupts guidance." -> "Air-to-ground guided missiles with thermal imaging seekers allow for the search and detection of ground and maritime targets using an optical guidance system. After launch, the missile's guidance is automatically controlled. Advantages of this type of ammunition include ease of use, easier target search and recognition in the infrared spectrum, and complete freedom for the carrier aircraft after launch - the ammunition guides itself to the target without pilot’s intervention. Disadvantages include the inability to operate in complex weather conditions, and susceptibility to diversion by natural or artificial interference - for example, a tank's smoke screen disrupts guidance."
• "Engage the target using a corrected bomb with laser guidance." -> "Hit the target using a guided bomb with a laser guidance system."
• "The aircraft is equipped with a container housing an electro-optical targeting system and a laser designator. Laser-guided corrected bombs use laser emissions from the aircraft to guide them toward the target. Continuous laser designation from the aircraft to the target is necessary for guidance until the target is hit. The targeting container is equipped with powerful optics, allowing for the detection and recognition of ground targets from long distances, as well as enabling their automatic tracking and laser designation for guided weapons." -> "The carrier aircraft is equipped with a container housing an electro-optical targeting system and a laser designator. Laser-guided bombs use laser emissions from the carrier aircraft to guide them towards the target. Continuous laser designation from the carrier aircraft to the target is necessary for guidance until the target is hit. The targeting pod is equipped with powerful optics, allowing for the detection and recognition of ground targets from long distances, as well as enabling their automatic tracking and laser designation for guided weapons."
• "Engage the target using a corrected bomb with a television guidance system." -> "Hit the target using a guided bomb with a television guidance system."
• "The optical targeting system facilitates search and detection of ground and maritime targets. Advantages of this type of bomb include ease of use and complete freedom for the aircraft after release - the bomb guides itself to the target without pilot intervention. Disadvantages include the inability to use it at night or in complex weather conditions, as well as the potential for the bomb to be diverted by natural or artificial interference - for example, a tank's smoke screen disrupting guidance." -> "The optical targeting system facilitates search and detection of ground and maritime targets. Advantages of this type of bomb include ease of use and complete freedom for the carrier aircraft after release - the bomb guides itself to the target without pilot’s intervention. Disadvantages include the inability to use it at night or in complex weather conditions, and susceptibility to diversion by natural or artificial interference - for example, a tank's smoke screen disrupts guidance."
• "Engage the target using a corrected bomb with a thermal imaging guidance system." -> "Hit the target using a guided bomb with a thermal imaging guidance system."
• "The optical targeting system facilitates search and detection of ground and maritime targets. Advantages of this type of bomb include ease of use, easier target search and recognition in the infrared spectrum, and complete freedom for the aircraft after release - the bomb guides itself to the target without pilot intervention. Disadvantages include the inability to use it in complex weather conditions, as well as the potential for the bomb to be diverted by natural or artificial interference - for example, a tank's smoke screen disrupting guidance." -> "The optical targeting system facilitates search and detection of ground and maritime targets. Advantages of this type of bomb include ease of use, easier target search and recognition in the infrared spectrum, and complete freedom for the carrier aircraft after release - the bomb guides itself to the target without pilot’s intervention. Disadvantages include the inability to use it in complex weather conditions, and susceptibility to diversion by natural or artificial interference - for example, a tank's smoke screen disrupts guidance."
• "Commanders, get ready to fight! To commemorate the global release of War Thunder Mobile, we begin a joint operation. Complete tasks in War Thunder Mobile and receive rewards in both games: American M4 Sherman tank and Japanese destroyer Hatsuzuki in unique camouflages, a player icon, and other prizes." -> "Commanders, get ready to fight! To commemorate the global release of War Thunder Mobile, we begin a joint operation. Complete tasks in War Thunder Mobile and receive rewards in both games: the American M4 Sherman tank and the Japanese destroyer Hatsuzuki in unique camouflages, a player icon, and other prizes."
• "ZSU-23-4 "Shilka-M4"" -> "ZSU-23-4M4 "Shilka-M4""
• "Missile approach warning system and allows shoots off false heat targets." -> "Missile approach warning system, allowing false heat target shoot off."
• "Missile approach warning system and allows shoots off false heat targets." -> "Missile approach warning system, allowing false heat target shoot off."
• "Kh-25ML rockets" -> "Kh-25ML missiles"
• "Kh-29T rockets" -> "Kh-29T missiles"
• "Kh-29TD rockets" -> "Kh-29TD missiles"
• "Kh-29TE rockets" -> "Kh-29TE missiles"
• "Kh-38ML rockets" -> "Kh-38ML missiles"
• "Kh-38MT rockets" -> "Kh-38MT missiles"
• "Esports pilot" -> "Esports Pilot"
• "Special profile icon for "Thunder CUP 2024 — Twitch Drops" event" -> "A special profile icon for the "Thunder CUP 2024 — Twitch Drops" event"

Current Dev version : 2.34.0.28
Current Dev-Stable version : 2.33.0.168
Current Live version : 2.33.0.168

2.33.0.161 -> 2.34.0.19 Part 7

Tech-tree changes :

• AH-1Z (US) : Located after the AH-1F -> Located after the AH-1W
• M1A1 HC (US) : Located after the M60A3 TTS -> Located after the 120S
• USS Phelps (US) : Hidden for everyone -> Shown for everyone
• Bf 109 B-1 (GER) : First in line before the Bf 109 E-1 -> First in line before the Bf 109 C-1
• Bf 109 E-1 (GER) : Located after the Bf 109 B-1, but without connection -> Located after the Bf 109 C-1, but without connection
• ◄Tornado IDS ASSTA1 (GER) : Located after the ◄G.91 3 -> Located after the Alpha Jet A
• Kugelblitz (GER) : Located after the Ostwind II -> Located after the Zerstörer 45
• Jaguar (GER) : Hidden for everyone -> Shown for everyone
• Strela-10M2 (USSR) : Located after the ZSU-23-4 -> Located after the ZSU-23-4M4
• Leningrad (USSR) : Hidden for everyone -> Shown for everyone
• Tornado GR.1 (UK) : Located after the Buccaneer S.2 -> Located after the Buccaneer S.2B
• Lynx AH.Mk.1 (UK) : Located after the Wasp HAS.Mk.1 -> Located after the Wessex HU Mk.5
• Rooikat Mk.1D (UK) : Located after the G6/Eland folder (in another folder) -> Located after the Fox
• ZLT11 (CN) : Located after the PTL02/AFT09 folder -> Located after the ZBD04A
• ▄F-84G-21-RE (IT) : Located after the ▄P-47D-30 -> Located after the ◔IL-10
• RN Zara (IT) : Located after the RN Trento -> Located after the RN Bolzano
• ▄F-8E(FN) (FR) : Located after the ▄F-86K -> Located after the Alpha Jet E
• AMX-13 DCA 40 (FR) : Located after the CCKW 353 AA -> Located after the VTT DCA
• Milan (FR) : Located after the Chacal -> Located after the Kleber
• SAV 20.12.48 (SWE) :
  • Shown for everyone -> Hidden for everyone
  • 1300 GE premium -> Event or pack premium
  • Purchase Date : 2024-01-12 11:00:00 to 2024-01-15 14:00:00 -> 2024-01-12 11:00:00 to 2024-01-15 11:00:00
• Lahatut (ISR) : In a new line -> First in line before the AH-60

New Game Features :

• Custom Nicks : Available for Gaijin, Devs, Testers

Needed to Buy to Unlock next rank :

• UK : Rank 8 Aircraft : 4 -> 5
• Italy :
  • Rank 5 Aircraft : 4 -> 6
  • Rank 6 Aircraft : 4 -> 5
  • Rank 8 Aircraft : 3 -> 5
  • Rank 5 Ships : 3 -> 4
• France : Rank 3 Ships : 4 -> 5

Statcard Changes :

• ☢Jaguar A : Operator Country : USA -> Germany "Modern"
• ☢Jaguar A : Operator Country : Germany -> Germany "Modern"
• ☢Jaguar A : Operator Country : Great Britain -> Germany "Modern"
• ☢Jaguar A : Operator Country : Japan -> Germany "Modern"
• ☢Jaguar A : Operator Country : Italy -> Germany "Modern"
• ☢Jaguar A : Operator Country : Sweden -> Germany "Modern"
• ☢Jaguar A : Operator Country : Israel -> Germany "Modern"
• M46 : Hull Thickness : 101 / 76.2 / 60 -> 101 / 76.2 / 50.8 mm
• Vilkas : Hull Thickness : 53 / 53 / 53 -> 29 / 15 / 15 mm
• T-50 : Hull Thickness : 45 / 37 / 37 -> 37 / 37 / 37 mm
• T-90M : Hull Thickness : 170 / 80 / 40 -> 176 / 80 / 40 mm
• ST-A3 :
  • Hull Thickness : 45 / 35 / 20 -> 50 / 35 / 20 mm
  • Turret Thickness : 75 / 60 / 35 -> 40 / 60 / 35 mm
• ▄Sherman I Composito, Sherman Ic : Hull Thickness : 50 / 38 / 38 -> 63.5 / 38 / 38 mm
• AMX-50 Surblindé : Turret Thickness : 85 / 60 / 20 -> 105 / 60 / 20 mm
• H.35 : Turret Thickness : 45 / 40 / 40 -> 40 / 40 / 47 mm
• R.35 (SA38) : Hull Thickness : 32 / 40 / 40 -> 43 / 40 / 32 mm
• Le Malin : Main Turrets Thickness : 10 / 10 / 0 -> 5 / 5 / 0 mm

New Tech Tree Icons :

• Bf 109 C-1 : https://i.imgur.com/LdzcHpk.png
• Buccaneer S.2B : https://i.imgur.com/fSABOgG.png
• ZBD04A : https://i.imgur.com/tSk6rUD.png
• VTT DCA : https://i.imgur.com/OXrublG.png
• Kleber : https://i.imgur.com/8BDhWaF.png
• F-20A : https://i.imgur.com/uXTcxsM.png
• Zerstörer 45 : https://i.imgur.com/qKhf8cd.png
• ◔IL-10 : https://i.imgur.com/Xk3tk0k.png
• Raam Segol : https://i.imgur.com/G4Fqi9B.png
• Centauro RGO : https://i.imgur.com/G3LAgH1.png
• RN Bolzano : https://i.imgur.com/DJOm5cN.png
• IJN Mutsu : https://i.imgur.com/yXkRi8f.png
• Type 90B "Fuji" : https://i.imgur.com/mXVpOgW.png
• ◔MiG-17PF : https://i.imgur.com/3A8xqTJ.png
• ◔MiG-23MF : https://i.imgur.com/cAB1zKO.png
• ◔MiG-29 : https://i.imgur.com/Phy4dfW.png
• ◔JAS39EBS HU C : https://i.imgur.com/0Zg9AWB.png
• Su-25SM3 : https://i.imgur.com/DxeKjYQ.png
• Christian II : https://i.imgur.com/csl1QIb.png
• ◔Tu-2S-59 : https://i.imgur.com/gMgi5hA.png
• HMS Diamond : https://i.imgur.com/6ZhttUN.png
• Fox : https://i.imgur.com/imBBHuo.png
• 2S1/2S3M Group : https://i.imgur.com/F5AD381.png
• T-80UD : https://i.imgur.com/3bxF4G3.png
• ZSU-23-4M4 : https://i.imgur.com/u1GbgkO.png
• 120S : https://i.imgur.com/j0OFyKw.png
• ◔Yak-9P : https://i.imgur.com/6S0S0il.png

Tech Tree Icons Changes :

• Yer-2 (ACh-30B) (e) : https://i.imgur.com/DRyacgq.png -> https://i.imgur.com/W6Q8C8S.png
• Yer-2 (ACh-30B) (l) : https://i.imgur.com/0si8gtv.png -> https://i.imgur.com/r8fBFxe.png
• Sea Harrier FRS.1 : https://i.imgur.com/9lNTsUS.png -> https://i.imgur.com/nsqa9WB.png
• I-16 Group : https://i.imgur.com/FPN9rw2.png -> https://i.imgur.com/syZ8y4y.png
• I-16 type 18 : https://i.imgur.com/OxMeLSW.png -> https://i.imgur.com/PSp1WAE.png
• Chi-To : https://i.imgur.com/rtKgwJp.png -> https://i.imgur.com/DOaZM07.png
• SB 2M-100 : https://i.imgur.com/tFn2Ftc.png -> https://i.imgur.com/qnQeotO.png
• SB 2M-103 : https://i.imgur.com/ZY639iZ.png -> https://i.imgur.com/dgALUFp.png
• SB 2M-103U : https://i.imgur.com/Fiu4UYF.png -> https://i.imgur.com/bBUkqpt.png
• SB 2M-103U MV-3 : https://i.imgur.com/VuunCZP.png -> https://i.imgur.com/xf4fxNj.png
• SB 2M-103 MV-3 : https://i.imgur.com/KdREAfb.png -> https://i.imgur.com/u1K8OOG.png
• Yak-3/9U Group : https://i.imgur.com/tb1ahqc.png -> https://i.imgur.com/hCa9cW2.png
• Yak-3P/9P Group : https://i.imgur.com/7ptXzBB.png -> https://i.imgur.com/RKwIIAZ.png

New Statcards Images :

• Bf 109 C-1 : https://i.imgur.com/TcRHNzr.png
• Buccaneer S.2B : https://i.imgur.com/5KEHsDD.png
• F-20A : https://i.imgur.com/YLNMUuf.png
• ◔IL-10 : https://i.imgur.com/W6lzfb5.png
• ◔MiG-17PF : https://i.imgur.com/9MsJ8IP.png
• ◔MiG-23MF : https://i.imgur.com/mS3gIdp.png
• ◔MiG-29 : https://i.imgur.com/4KzyMyR.png
• ◔JAS39EBS HU C : https://i.imgur.com/TrODiF8.png
• Su-25SM3 : https://i.imgur.com/cptxwfP.png
• ◔Tu-2S-59 : https://i.imgur.com/oexY64F.png
• ◔Yak-9P : https://i.imgur.com/UjZ0V7O.png
• Kleber : https://i.imgur.com/VBCVQH9.png
• RN Bolzano : https://i.imgur.com/ofeKF8G.png
• IJN Mutsu : https://i.imgur.com/DpsKtGp.png
• HMS Diamond : https://i.imgur.com/hcvXlc8.png
• ZBD04A : https://i.imgur.com/p8SBvCW.png
• VTT DCA : https://i.imgur.com/Ovk0CtB.png
• Zerstörer 45 : https://i.imgur.com/owyDLvY.png
• Raam Segol : https://i.imgur.com/LznYCba.png
• Centauro RGO : https://i.imgur.com/vomfsEg.png
• Type 90B "Fuji" : https://i.imgur.com/W1lQ6dG.png
• Christian II : https://i.imgur.com/Ll74ndA.png
• Fox : https://i.imgur.com/f5k8JfJ.png
• T-80UD : https://i.imgur.com/phAnSfF.png
• ZSU-23-4M4 : https://i.imgur.com/4f2Z3hC.png
• 120S : https://i.imgur.com/k8teNIV.png

Statcards Images Changes :

• Sea Harrier FRS.1 : https://i.imgur.com/KMj8rvk.png -> https://i.imgur.com/UjMvnYz.png

New Images :

• agm_activate_seeker : https://i.imgur.com/cOkM2g0.png
• bg_red_distance : https://i.imgur.com/EwdLYMK.png
• bg_yelow_distance : https://i.imgur.com/vDaXHR6.png
• deep_red_bg : https://i.imgur.com/5oGp3jx.png
• deep_yelow_bg : https://i.imgur.com/spmxECJ.png
• country_oman : https://i.imgur.com/L5LtJBW.png
• silver_common_header : https://i.imgur.com/ftXQr2K.png
• silver_common_image : https://i.imgur.com/RaCqCRZ.png

New Texts :

• "Sensor view"
• "Switch the HMD indication"
• "Add Nickname"
• "Creating custom secondary weapons is not available due to the absence of required modifications"
• "Other weapons"
• "Player weapons"
• "Weapons attacking the player"
• "Lifetime"
• "Distance travelled"
• "Available load factor"
• "Angle of attack"
• "State of the seeker"
• "Marker filters"
• "Weapon parameters"
• "Sensor filters"
• "Measurement units"
• "Allyes"
• "Enemies"
• "Squad"
• "All"
• "Range"
• "Customizable quantity"
• "Adjustable fuel quantity"
• "Adjustable fuel quantity"
• "Oman"
• "m"
• "Monitor"
• "Hide HUD in pilot view"
• "The use of air-to-air missiles with active radar seeker Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "These missiles use a combined guidance scheme - at long distances, they receive data about the target from the carrier's radar, and when approaching the target at a range of 10-15 km, they transfer to autonomous mode and track the target with their own active radar seeker Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "Also, these missiles allow simultaneous firing of several targets, targeting each missile individually Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "Missiles with active radar seeker can be used combined with a special radar operating mode — "Track-While-Scan" or "TWS". In this mode, the aircraft’s radar tracks several targets at once and measures their movement parameters Press {shortcut} to switch to SPN mode"
• "The indicator to the right displays all targets tracked by the radar in this mode. In addition, the currently selected target is indicated by a square frame in the world and two vertical bars on the radar indicator Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "Now you can issue target designation for a missile at the current target Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "To fire at the second target, you need to select it through the radar using {shortcut}"
• "Use {shortcut} to aim the lock on the target along the Y-axis. You can activate cyclic switching of aircraft radar targets in the settings"
• "Use {shortcut} to aim the lock on the target along the X-axis. You can activate cyclic switching of aircraft radar targets in the settings"
• "When the target is highlighted, press {shortcut} to lock it on"
• "Select another target"
• "The use of guided air-to-surface missiles with television homing head Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "These missiles autonomously target using their own television homing head Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "The use of guided air-to-surface missiles with infrared imaging homing head Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "These missiles autonomously target using their own infrared imaging homing head Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "The use of air-to-air guided missiles with manual guidance Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "These missiles are not automatically guided, but are directed using commands for guidance correction Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "The missile can be detonated either by a direct hit on the target or by a remote detonator if available Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "This weapon is immune to enemy countermeasures Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "The use of guided bombs with laser homing head Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "These bombs are guided by the carrier aircraft laser signal reflected from the target Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "Continuous laser designation from the carrier to the target is required for guidance until the target is hit Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "The targeting container features a movable laser guidance station, allowing limited maneuvers after weapon deployment or flying over the target without ceasing target tracking Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "The use of guided bombs with television homing head Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "These bombs autonomously target using their own television homing head Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "The use of guided bombs with infrared imaging homing head Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "These bombs autonomously target using their own infrared imaging homing head Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "The use of guided missiles with laser homing head Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "These missiles are guided by the carrier aircraft laser signal reflected from the target Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "Continuous laser designation from the carrier to the target is required for guidance until the target is hit Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "The targeting container features a movable laser guidance station, allowing limited maneuvers after weapon deployment or flying over the target without ceasing target tracking Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "The use of guided missiles with laser homing head Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "These missiles are guided by the carrier aircraft laser signal reflected from the target Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "The aircraft is equipped with a fixed laser beam targeting station. Continuous laser designation from the carrier to the target is required for guidance until the target is hit. Targeting is done by directing the missile’s flight by the carrier aircraft until the target is hit Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "Targeting is done by directing the missile’s flight by the carrier aircraft until the target is hit Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "Align the aircraft's course to the target Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "To adjust the alignment of the laser beam, the direction of the carrier aircraft's flight is used"
• "Keep the circle on the target with the aircraft's heading until the missile hits"
• "Press {shortcut} to activate the laser"
• "In the targeting camera, the center of the crosshair indicates the aiming point. Aim at the target"
• "The set point is saved and displayed in 3rd person view. Align the aircraft to avoid colliding with the target"
• "To switch to the TV camera mode, use the change view {shortcut}"
• "To switch to the view from the targeting container, use the change view {shortcut}"
• "When the target is within the circle of the release zone, press {shortcut}"
• "The bomb has not been dropped"
• "After the bomb is dropped, the transmission of the image to the carrier aircraft stops, and the bomb is guided to the target independently. You can perform any defensive maneuvers or attack the next target"
• "After launching the missile, the transmission of the image to the carrier aircraft stops, and the missile is guided to the target independently. You can perform any defensive maneuvers or attack the next target Press {shortcut} to change the view"
• "Press {shortcut} to switch to the infrared imaging homing mode"
• "After dropping the bomb, you can switch to bomb tracking mode. To do this, press and hold {shortcut} until the target is hit"
• "A small circle indicates the point illuminated by the laser from the side of your aircraft. The missile will be guided to that point Press {shortcut} to continue"
• "To lock onto the target, use {shortcut}"
• "Press {shortcut} to select the release of the guided bomb using the selector"
• "To test guided bombs in this mission, you need to assign the key {shortcut}"
• "For quick targeting optics alignment, set the 'aiming point' to the area of the presumed target location Press {shortcut} to activate the aiming point"
• "To do this, place the crosshair marker on the desired point and activate the aiming point. Press {shortcut} to activate it"
• "Press {shortcut} to zoom the camera"
• "Press {shortcut} to change camera"
• "Press {shortcut} to change the view and switch to 3rd person view"
• "North Holland"
• "Norway Islands"

Current Dev version : 2.34.0.26
Current Dev-Stable version : 2.33.0.166
Current Live version : 2.33.0.166