Hellespont System, Mission 1 (048.7)

Briefing Intro: Generic Opening #5

ICIS Text: The Midway is the last line of defense between the newly-strengthened alien attack force and a series of quick jumps directly into the Sol system. We will attempt to set up a blockade to stop a formidable enemy bomber force which is approaching at speed. Because we have insufficient time and vessels to evacuate Callisto Space Station, our blockade must center around them. Should we fail, the station's entire population will be in alien hands. Alpha Wing will intercept the first waves of inbound hostiles. If our defensive line breaks down, the Midway will signal the retreat and pull back to the Alcor system, where we will regroup and attempt to stop enemy forces if they attempt to enter through the Hellespont jump point. Any pilots who do not immediately return to the Midway after the retreat is called will be left behind.

Briefing Exit: Generic Opening #5

Takeoff Scene: Panther (Movie Filename -- 2541.WVE)

[Fly Mission, Hellespont 1 - Callisto Defense]

[Midway]
<Midway> There are thousands of civilian lives depending on you, Lieutenant.

[Nav 1]
<Maestro> There they are! Let's take it to 'em!
<Stiletto> You and Maestro take out the bombers, Casey. Alpha Four and I will keep those fighters off your back.
<Callisto station> We're certainly glad to see you, sir, but I hope there's more help on the way.
<Stiletto>That's the last of them. Good work, Lieutenant.
<Callisto station> That was incredible! We owe you folks our lives!
<Callisto station> We'll send each of you a case of our finest Goddard Reserve.

[Return to Midway, win]
<Midway> Callisto Station sends their thanks, Lieutenant. All other positions are also reporting success. Looks like we'll be back on the offensive pretty soon here.

[Check Terminal]

Landing Scene 2: Generic.

If you win Hellespont 1, go to Hellespont 2.

If you lose Hellespont 1, go to Losing Endgame 5.