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'''Fighter squadron: [[203rd Scorpions]]'''
 
'''Fighter squadron: [[203rd Scorpions]]'''
  
'''Description: Stealth recon of the Sathanas'''
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'''Description:''' [[Alpha 1]] of the 203rd is ordered to do a stealth reconnaissance of the Shivan juggernaut Sathanas.
  
 
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==Background==
 
==Background==
The GTVA Intelligence wing has requested data regarding the Weapons, Navigation, Sensors, Communications, and if possible, some of the turret subsystems of the [[SJ Sathanas]] Juggernaut. To do this the [[GVD Psamtik]] is sending in a “new” [[GVF Ptah]] class stealth fighter. The GVCv Maahes and a wing of [[GVF Serapis]] fighters (which die very quickly) provide diversion.
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The Galactic Terran-Vasudan Intelligence branch of the GTVA has requested data regarding the Weapons, Navigation, Sensors, Communications, and if possible, the strength of some of the turret subsystems of the [[SJ Sathanas|Sathanas]] Juggernaut. To do this, the [[GVD Psamtik]] is sending in [[Alpha 1]] of the 203rd in a new [[GVF Ptah|Ptah-class stealth fighter]]. The GVCv Maahes and a wing of [[GVF Serapis|Serapis]] fighters will provide a diversion while Alpha 1 completes his mission.
  
 
==Walkthrough==
 
==Walkthrough==
When it comes to loadout in this mission, definitely take the [[GTW Akheton SDG|SDG]] and [[GTM Tempest|Tempest]], that way you'll be able to fufill the Bonus objective: taking out a turret on the Sathanas.
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When it comes to the loadout in this mission, definitely take the [[GTW Akheton SDG|SDG]] and [[GTM Tempest|Tempest]], that way you'll be able to fulfill the bonus objective: taking out a turret on the Sathanas.
  
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To scan the subsystems of the Sathanas, press S (default key) to cycle through the subsystems, keep the subsystem's lead indicator in your HUD, then close in to about 500 meters. An easy way to do this mission is to start out with Weapons, then loop around to Sensors, then tackle Navigation, and then Communications; Communications is probably the hardest as it isn't ''actually'' on the Sathanas' hull, but in between two extrusions. Don't try and scan from behind, start in front and above. The guys at Volition did everything to place the subsystems of this ship in hard-to-reach places, so try to keep your reticle (aiming crosshair) in the middle of the subsystem. The juggernaut is moving, making your day harder. If a fighter attacks you try to avoid it, they don't usually give a very good chase.
  
Scan the Navigation, Weapons, Sensors and Communication subsystems of the recently encountered Shivan Juggernaut ([[SJ Sathanas]]). Press S to cycle through the subsystems. The easiest way I've found is to start out with Weapons, then loop around to Sensors, then tackle Navigation, and then Communications; Communications is probably the hardest as it isn't ''actually'' on the Sathanas's hull, but inbetween two extrusions. Don't try and scan from behind, start in front and above. The guys at Volition did everything to place the subsystems of this ship to hard to reach places, try to keep your reticle (aiming crosshair) in the middle of the subsystem. The juggernaut is moving, making your day harder. If a fighter attacks you try to avoid it, they don't usually give a very good chase.
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When the scanning procedure starts, try to slow down as much as you can. This one needs experience in scanning, you have to know the subsystem handling system of FreeSpace well. The average scan time is 5 seconds, and the scanning procedure starts when you are at most 500 meters of the subsystem. If the subsystem's lead indicator runs out of your reticle, the can will fail. Try to brake sooner, before you get within 500 meters. It helps because the subsystem remains in your reticle further if you are moving slower.
  
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If you decide to take the bonus objective, avoid firing at the main-beam turrets, instead, focus on an [[SAAA|anti-fighter]] or [[Standard Flak|flak]] turret, but don't fire from above. Fire from the side where you are less likely to get smoked, and fire with both the [[GTW Akheton SDG|Akheton SDG]] and [[GTM Tempest|Tempests]].
  
If a scanning procedure starts, press brake and try to slow down as much as you can. This one needs experience in scanning, you have to know the subsystem handling system of Freespace well. The average scan time is 5 seconds, and the scanning procedure starts when you are at most 150 meters of the subsystem. If you the subsystem runs out of your reticle, try to begin the braking sooner, before you get within 150 meters. It helps because the subsystem remains in your reticle further if you are moving slower.
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==Notes==
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* There may be a possible inconsistency with the mission brief of this mission, the dialogue in-mission, and the actual mission itself. In the mission brief and in-mission dialogue, it is clearly stated that, in order to scan a subsystem, you must close to within 150 meters. However, in the mission itself, the scan cycles starts, and can be completed at most 500 meters from the designated subsystem.
  
 
If you decide to take the bonus objective, avoid firing at the main-beam turrets, instead, focus on a [[SAAA|AAA]] or [[Standard Flak|Flak]] turret, but don't fire from above, fire from the side where your less likely to get smoked, and fire with both [[GTW Akheton SDG|SDG]] and [[GTM Tempest|Tempests]].
 
 
==Notable ships present==
 
==Notable ships present==
*GTCv Maahes
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*[[FreeSpace_2_Vasudan_Ship_Database#GVCv_Maahes|GVCv Maahes]]
*[[SJ Sathanas]]
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*[[FreeSpace_2_Shivan_Ship_Database#SJ_Sathanas_01|SJ Sathanas 01]]
  
 
==New equipment==
 
==New equipment==

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ACT 2, MISSION 8

Fighter squadron: 203rd Scorpions

Description: Alpha 1 of the 203rd is ordered to do a stealth reconnaissance of the Shivan juggernaut Sathanas.


Background

The Galactic Terran-Vasudan Intelligence branch of the GTVA has requested data regarding the Weapons, Navigation, Sensors, Communications, and if possible, the strength of some of the turret subsystems of the Sathanas Juggernaut. To do this, the GVD Psamtik is sending in Alpha 1 of the 203rd in a new Ptah-class stealth fighter. The GVCv Maahes and a wing of Serapis fighters will provide a diversion while Alpha 1 completes his mission.

Walkthrough

When it comes to the loadout in this mission, definitely take the SDG and Tempest, that way you'll be able to fulfill the bonus objective: taking out a turret on the Sathanas.

To scan the subsystems of the Sathanas, press S (default key) to cycle through the subsystems, keep the subsystem's lead indicator in your HUD, then close in to about 500 meters. An easy way to do this mission is to start out with Weapons, then loop around to Sensors, then tackle Navigation, and then Communications; Communications is probably the hardest as it isn't actually on the Sathanas' hull, but in between two extrusions. Don't try and scan from behind, start in front and above. The guys at Volition did everything to place the subsystems of this ship in hard-to-reach places, so try to keep your reticle (aiming crosshair) in the middle of the subsystem. The juggernaut is moving, making your day harder. If a fighter attacks you try to avoid it, they don't usually give a very good chase.

When the scanning procedure starts, try to slow down as much as you can. This one needs experience in scanning, you have to know the subsystem handling system of FreeSpace well. The average scan time is 5 seconds, and the scanning procedure starts when you are at most 500 meters of the subsystem. If the subsystem's lead indicator runs out of your reticle, the can will fail. Try to brake sooner, before you get within 500 meters. It helps because the subsystem remains in your reticle further if you are moving slower.

If you decide to take the bonus objective, avoid firing at the main-beam turrets, instead, focus on an anti-fighter or flak turret, but don't fire from above. Fire from the side where you are less likely to get smoked, and fire with both the Akheton SDG and Tempests.

Notes

  • There may be a possible inconsistency with the mission brief of this mission, the dialogue in-mission, and the actual mission itself. In the mission brief and in-mission dialogue, it is clearly stated that, in order to scan a subsystem, you must close to within 150 meters. However, in the mission itself, the scan cycles starts, and can be completed at most 500 meters from the designated subsystem.

Notable ships present

New equipment