During the descent, our pod became so hot that water would evaporate inside it, and it shook so violently that we didn't know when it had touched the ground. To us, it has been painfully proven that theory is just that, theory. We wanted to get out of space as soon as possible, so the Shivans wouldn't follow us. Although our escape pods are not meant for atmospheric flight, they should - in theory - be able to withstand a forced landing. We headed for Altair IV, an uncharted planet. The others either fell to the Shivans, or died when the station's reactor exploded. We, and Rho wing covering us, were the only ones that could make it out. With only very little cover available - we were a civilian research station after all - we started evacuating as soon as they jumped in. The Shivans have attacked and destroyed our outpost. Personal diary of Khor-tu-khet, stranded on Altair IV. Consequently, it is possible to advance two ranks for each play through. There are two missions in Act I which automatically grant promotion. The Ancient Navy distributed the following ranks: Surprisingly, there are no pure tactical weapons like subsystem disruptors or EMP weapons. They use a similar array of destructive weaponry such as heat- and aspect-seeking missiles, dedicated anti-warship bombs. Pilots are referred to as "(battle) brothers and sisters" or simply "warriors." Pilot also appears at some points in dialog.Īncient war assets are classified along the lines of their GTVA equivalents: They possess fighters and bombers, distinguish between interception, space superiority, heavy assault, and bomber roles. During Act I, only one Fleetmaster is referred to: Fleetmaster Im'Halus, who abdicates at the end of A bridge too far. The highest known Ancient military rank is Fleetmaster. However, the Ancient pilots do address "Command" in the missions.
The Ancient Empire is governed by "the Core," which is their equivalent of the government. It is never directly explicated why the Ancients did not steal either shielding or beam technology from the Aesdherians, but it is suggested by various staff members that the Ancients could not be bothered to study an inferior race's technology.
Their warships are equipped with relatively strong standard turrets, unlike the Aesdherians, who possess both shields and beam weaponry. Technologically speaking, their fighters are heavy armored, but lack shields. At one point, the Ancient Empire is regarded as invincible. Briefings and mission messages constantly reinforce this self-identity.
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The mod portrays the Ancients as an arrogant race confident in its superiority.
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