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Seaogre
Oct 10, 2012
Grimey Drawer
Okay, so, I didn't actually play VC1. And all the LPs seem to be video, so I can't watch them right now.

But as I understand... The Empire were the ones to invade Gallia last game, and they were the ones with a Valkyrie (??). I would have also assumed they were the ones with the Valkyria worship going on too, and the motivation to make armors or whatever. But the Federation were the ones who tried kidnap the Archduchess? And they're the ones supporting the rebels?

Actually, do I need to know this stuff, or is it pretty irrelevant for VC2?

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Cake Attack
Mar 26, 2010

Anastasiya posted:

Okay, so, I didn't actually play VC1. And all the LPs seem to be video, so I can't watch them right now.

But as I understand... The Empire were the ones to invade Gallia last game, and they were the ones with a Valkyrie (??). I would have also assumed they were the ones with the Valkyria worship going on too, and the motivation to make armors or whatever. But the Federation were the ones who tried kidnap the Archduchess? And they're the ones supporting the rebels?

Actually, do I need to know this stuff, or is it pretty irrelevant for VC2?

it's mostly irrelevant

that said, as i recall, while the emperor had a valkyrur that was mostly Maximillian's thing, who was the third prince no one liked. Not an actual part of the emperor's culture.

it was a plot point that the prime minister of gallia was basically trying to sell Gallia to the federation. Basically fighting the empire by becoming their lapdog. the kidnapping was a part of that, but I forget how

theshim
May 1, 2012

You think you can defeat ME, Ephraimcopter?!?

You couldn't even beat Assassincopter!!!

Cake Attack posted:

anime is cool

there we go, next post is a new page
report this sick filth

paragon1
Nov 22, 2010

FULL COMMUNISM NOW
you will not besmirch the honor of my good friend Cake Attack.

Neddy Seagoon
Oct 12, 2012

"Hi Everybody!"

Anastasiya posted:

Okay, so, I didn't actually play VC1. And all the LPs seem to be video, so I can't watch them right now.

But as I understand... The Empire were the ones to invade Gallia last game, and they were the ones with a Valkyrie (??). I would have also assumed they were the ones with the Valkyria worship going on too, and the motivation to make armors or whatever. But the Federation were the ones who tried kidnap the Archduchess? And they're the ones supporting the rebels?

Actually, do I need to know this stuff, or is it pretty irrelevant for VC2?

An LP of the original Valkyria Chronicles just wrapped up. Click here to go read about a much, much better game



Cake Attack posted:

it's mostly irrelevant

that said, as i recall, while the emperor had a valkyrur that was mostly Maximillian's thing, who was the third prince no one liked. Not an actual part of the emperor's culture.

it was a plot point that the prime minister of gallia was basically trying to sell Gallia to the federation. Basically fighting the empire by becoming their lapdog. the kidnapping was a part of that, but I forget how

"Do as the Federation says, or your beloved Archduchess Cordelia gets a bullet in the face".

Tae
Oct 24, 2010

Hello? Can you hear me? ...Perhaps if I shout? AAAAAAAAAH!


Avan and Lavinia are forced deployed in front of the ambush, with the option of having 3 more units to support them. Don't, it's a CP trap because the APC isn't sticking around the starting map for long.




The first action to take is having a Lancer climb to the right of our camp, and destroy a supply vehicle. These enemy vehicles give a huge power and defensive boost to the V2's (mass-produced Valkyries). Without it, their energy shots don't hurt as much and have another benefit we'll see later.



Lotte will take the next step and capture the north base, which is the rightmost base's gate on the first map.



Anisette surprise kills the guarding Scout to clear the way for Lavinia.



Dirk is blocking the other camp, and guarding his own power supply. It's possible to take out the vehicle to lower his stats, but we're at a point where it will take forever to kill him for basically no reward. I mean, it is possible to kill him if we had a bunch of Fencers but that requires a lot of grinding.



While Avan was running towards the camp and take out a Lancer on the way, a stray shot from Dirk hits at a sniper's distance. Did I mention their range was basically a sniper?



You may notice something here...the APC is completely unharmed despite Dirk hitting a much tinier target in Avan.

That's because I'm using an animation exploit: Weapons like the V2 rail guns have the slowest start-up in the game, same as tank turrets and giant machine guns. Movement is momentum based, meaning if I go forward and immediately go into targeting, that unit still carries some forward motion.

Basically, I am moving the APC for half a second, immediately going into targeting which resets the V2 firing animation and thus they will never ever get a shot off. If you are patient, this is by far the easiest way to complete this mission.



Now the APC is in map 4, where Noel and Lotte did some set-up to make things safer. There's a couple V2's camping along the ridges here.



Zeri, as the most powerful anti-infantry unit on the team, is going to take on the important mission of killing two V2's by himself.



Two things here. First, you can see how absurd their defenses are even with a Veteran Shocktrooper right in his head takes a majority of the bullets to kill. Second, he's slouching over and not using his shield to block bullets. The Supply vehicle gives them the energy to carry that big rear end shield, which all but makes them impossible to kill from the front with bullets.



That's one down.



Jo is going to scout ahead and be a distraction for this grassy Lancer, so the APC isn't shot from the back.



On the enemy's turn, a scary moment happens when Dirk drags over and fires at Anisette. Luckily she survives, but ultimately she and Avan are there so the enemy doesn't capture the base and mount a surprise attack.



What V2s look like when the Supply Vehicle is still around.




Zeri slowly walks around (using the Dpad) to get a rear attack bonus on the other V2.



After that, Zeri climbs down the ridge and captures the 2nd base on the map. The APC is clear to move on to the final map.



Of course, now we're in yet another ambush. A V2 and Lancer await the final map and the APC can't make it to the end this turn due to AP fatique.



Helmut is going to gun it and run for the base on the left, though two shots from a fully powered V2 already cut his health in half.



This was admittedly a risky shot, but Reiner pulls through and one-shots the Supply vehicle.




Welp, Anis is gone.



Oh yeah, and as if the mission wasn't loving hard enough, they have ambush deployments regardless if you took their base or not. The only mercy is that they're deployed at the end of the enemy's turn, so they're not active immediately.



And this is where I said "screw it" and just cheesed the rest of the way to the finish line.




A rank limit was 4 turns, which would probably be accurate if I played legit and had to heal via Engineers along the way.



Are these guys even human?

Avan, we can't keep them at bay for much longer.

Rrgh! Looks like we didn't get far enough!

*meanwhile at a distance*



Ready, Mama! Just say the word!

We're here for raw combat data this time. Kill them however you please.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vXEriyJeVo




Yo, the hell's going on



So...a real Valkyria out of nowhere against one the rebels created...what. How the hell is Class G supposed to fight all this???



Oh, okay, she just wiped out a battalion of the things that took like my top guys to even scratch.



All troops, fall back!




:stare:



And then they just leave. This is certainly a day.

She completely outclassed them. What was she?

We've confirmed the rebel force's retreat. Our destination is just ahead. You all did well. We'll take it from here.

That reminds me, who exactly were we carrying that required the rebel's two sons and probably highest ranks to go together and kill?

Yes, sir! You be careful out there!

Hold on a moment!



Class G was protecting the Archduchess of Gallia?

Allow me to thank the brave souls who fought to keep me safe.

Y-ou're...Archduchess Cordelia?! No way! Why... how?!

Archduchess Cordelia? Wait. THAT Cordelia?! The head honcho of Gallia?

goddamnit Avan

Avan! Watch your mouth, you're in the presence of royalty.

Please, be at ease. I want to thank you all.



I want to punch you

l heard a village in this region was leveled by a rebel attack not long ago. As Gallia's ruler, I must know the extent of the harm if I am to repair it.

But surely that needn't bring you into harm's way here on the front lines?

The changes I can effect are small. I can but stack them one atop the next. I pray they are enough to stem the prejudice and hatred poisoning Gallia.

I don't know thing one about running a country...But I'm sure folks'll see how much you care about the people hit by the war.

Thank you. I can only pray that you are correct. Oh. one more thing. I brought these to share with the villagers. If you would like some, though, it would please me to share them.



Cinnamon rolls. They're a favorite of mine.

This is direct callback to when Welkin saved Cordelia from the federation kidnap attempt, and gave her some rolls. This is a strong moment for her because Welkin was the first to treat her normally.

Well, I must be off. Take care, everyone. *rides off on the APC*



We've got to work extra hard not to let her down!

That, and pray we don't face the likes of that girl. What was she? Bathed in blue light, bearing lance and shield. That inhuman strength...It was as if she'd walked right out of the legends of the old Valkyrur.

I've heard the fairy tales but I didn't think they were THAT strong. Man...

More proof that no one outside of Squad 7 knew that Alicia is a Valkyrian.

Well, we got through the mission in one piece. Let's head back home!

theshim
May 1, 2012

You think you can defeat ME, Ephraimcopter?!?

You couldn't even beat Assassincopter!!!
The V2s actually count as in cover while their power supply is active, meaning they take no extra damage from headshots. Basically it's all total bullshit.

My strategy for this map was to take a Fencer (usually Mischlitt, as she has both Vs. Personnel Boost and Genius) and a Lancer into that first area. The Lancer's job was to take out the supply vehicle, which could usually be done in two shots, and then the fencer took out the first V2 and crouched to draw Dirk's fire. Second turn, Fencer killed Dirk (would usually take a good 7 or 8 CP even though he dies in 3 hits without the supply vehicle, even without potentials, because bosses in this game are dodgy little fuckers), and then run the APC down, and turn 3 gun the APC straight to the end. Your way's a hell of a lot safer, but I make it a point to always kill bosses when they show up, even if there's no reward (which, of course, there isn't).

The only thing the strategy actually requires is a Fencer, and they'll continue to be useful enough that I felt it was worth getting early.

Another thing about this map - it takes place in the Forest area in daytime, which means the Mist effect, which lowers accuracy. Which is why everyone has horrendously gigantic target circles. It does work in your favor a bit as well, though, as the V2s and Dirk suffer the same impediments and some of your people can survive direct attacks, much like Anisette did once.

chiasaur11
Oct 22, 2012



Tae posted:

The Empire isn't involved at all, the Federation is backing the rebels. Risking a war by giving potential future enemies advanced technology seems dumb, especially with factors like Helmut who's enough to keep a peace treaty intact.

Then again, "dumb" is a bit too lenient for VC2 at times.

edit: Someone request art or something, I need a new page for this update.

The Federation kidnapped a friendly head of state just after talks concluded to get them what they wanted. Again, while embroiled in war, after a previous neutral party had gotten into bed with them on the whole "KILL EVERY LAST ONE OF THE DIRTY IMPS!" platform, they kidnapped Cordelia.

And before you think of it, no. They were not going for a basic false flag to really energize Gallia into DOUBLE hating the Empire.

They are just that loving stupid.

What I'm saying is, they fit right in.

Ardeem
Sep 16, 2010

There is no problem that cannot be solved through sufficient application of lasers and friendship.
You know, given the idiots in charge of the Galian Military, this makes perfect sense. See, somebody smart wouldn't trust Class G with the Duchess, but, because Class G is here, clearly it's some unimportant target.

paragon1
Nov 22, 2010

FULL COMMUNISM NOW
I somehow knew that would be who was in the APC. It's just so this game. Maybe whoever tipped of the rebels was also in charge of assigning Class G?

I forget how VC works, is Anisette dead and gone forever, or...?

Neddy Seagoon
Oct 12, 2012

"Hi Everybody!"
This right here is the moment I just tapped out on VC2 because I knew it was only going to get much, much worse. Please give your underage supersoldier more than just a loving pair of belts to wear, Doctor :cripes:.

paragon1 posted:

I somehow knew that would be who was in the APC. It's just so this game. Maybe whoever tipped of the rebels was also in charge of assigning Class G?

I forget how VC works, is Anisette dead and gone forever, or...?

Nah, she'll be back in a few missions. Even in VC1, you have three turns to get one of your guys to reach their wounded buddy and declare "SAFE!" before they're dead-and-gone.

Cake Attack
Mar 26, 2010

but you see, who would expect that class g of all people could be escorting the archduchess, and not some random chump?

i mean, the main villains i guess, considering, so uh...

gyrobot
Nov 16, 2011

Cake Attack posted:

but you see, who would expect that class g of all people could be escorting the archduchess, and not some random chump?

i mean, the main villains i guess, considering, so uh...

Avan is Leons bro. Every other Class has a problem with Darscen and given the chance they could backstab Cordelia and dub it an accident or the rebels are too good.

Internet Kraken
Apr 24, 2010

slightly amused

Neddy Seagoon posted:

This right here is the moment I just tapped out on VC2 because I knew it was only going to get much, much worse. Please give your underage supersoldier more than just a loving pair of belts to wear, Doctor :cripes:.

Its probably a bad sign that at this point seeing that doesn't surprise me at all and just makes me roll my eyes instead.

What bothered me more was the bendy lance whip thing since I wasn't expecting such a dumb weapon. Do all Valkyries use rubber lances?

paragon1 posted:

I forget how VC works, is Anisette dead and gone forever, or...?

If only. A pile of blue ash would be a more appealing character than her.

Neddy Seagoon
Oct 12, 2012

"Hi Everybody!"

Internet Kraken posted:

Its probably a bad sign that at this point seeing that doesn't surprise me at all and just makes me roll my eyes instead.

What bothered me more was the bendy lance whip thing since I wasn't expecting such a dumb weapon. Do all Valkyries use rubber lances?

No, it's just there for fetish-service. Valkyria in the first game had actual badass lances.

paragon1
Nov 22, 2010

FULL COMMUNISM NOW

Cake Attack posted:

but you see, who would expect that class g of all people could be escorting the archduchess, and not some random chump?

i mean, the main villains i guess, considering, so uh...

I mean they're rebels, just because the escort is weak doesn't mean they aren't going to attack something that is being guarded by the enemy, even if they have no reason to suspect it's the VIP.

Although considering the force brought to bear they definitely knew who it was. Probably.

If I thought the writing was at all competent I'd be more certain.

MoadDib
Apr 4, 2009

chiasaur11 posted:

The Federation kidnapped a friendly head of state just after talks concluded to get them what they wanted. Again, while embroiled in war, after a previous neutral party had gotten into bed with them on the whole "KILL EVERY LAST ONE OF THE DIRTY IMPS!" platform, they kidnapped Cordelia.

And before you think of it, no. They were not going for a basic false flag to really energize Gallia into DOUBLE hating the Empire.

They are just that loving stupid.

What I'm saying is, they fit right in.

Actually, the Federation was working with Cordelia's regent Sleazy von Obviousvillain, who wanted control over the country, even if it was relegated to a vassal state, and who wasn't shy about playing all sides in order to try to get that.
Gallia was traditionally a completely neutral state, shunning any alliances, and only agreed to an alliance with the Federation due to the efforts of Cordelia's regent pushing her into it. If Cordelia had stayed in power, then she could have easily dissolved the alliance as soon as she gained her full majority and was able to do away with her regent. Kidnapping her and allowing von Borg to take power would ensure that they had a loyal vassal instead of an uncertain ally, a very favorable situation for them. Her kidnapping may very well have been part of von Borg's price for working with them in the first place.

David Copperfield
Mar 14, 2004


im david copperfield

Neddy Seagoon posted:

No, it's just there for fetish-service. Valkyria in the first game had actual badass lances.

Which are just massive phallic drill things. I don't think the Valkyria outfits are anything but fanservice no matter what way you slice them.

Cake Attack
Mar 26, 2010

selveria had the big baps but i think you're reaching just a little with that one

Sylphosaurus
Sep 6, 2007

Tae posted:

We're here for raw combat data this time. Kill them however you please.
Good to see that the fetish japanese writers have for the ever elusive combat data is still going strong.

Neddy Seagoon
Oct 12, 2012

"Hi Everybody!"

Cake Attack posted:

selveria had the big baps but i think you're reaching just a little with that one

Selvaria's outfit was pretty drat fanservicey, but at least it looked like it had some loose basis in a military officer's outfit.


Sylphosaurus posted:

Good to see that the fetish japanese writers have for the ever elusive combat data is still going strong.

I just generally assume the mysterious "combat data" is the basic stuff like speed, average time to kil-oh God it's EATING THE RESEARCHERS RUN! :gibs:

Internet Kraken
Apr 24, 2010

slightly amused

Sylphosaurus posted:

Good to see that the fetish japanese writers have for the ever elusive combat data is still going strong.

Don't question the anime scientific method. It gets results. She hypothesized that her daughter could kill the soldiers, and she did! What a great experiment! :shepface:

David Copperfield posted:

Which are just massive phallic drill things. I don't think the Valkyria outfits are anything but fanservice no matter what way you slice them.

Well when look at things that way lances are phalic by nature.

Night10194
Feb 13, 2012

We'll start,
like many good things,
with a bear.

Sylphosaurus posted:

Good to see that the fetish japanese writers have for the ever elusive combat data is still going strong.

Combat Data is code for 'I just made something hosed up and I can't wait to see what it does to people. What do I tell the idiots who thought this project was a good idea to get them to get me some target practice?'

Gridlocked
Aug 2, 2014

MR. STUPID MORON
WITH AN UGLY FACE
AND A BIG BUTT
AND HIS BUTT SMELLS
AND HE LIKES TO KISS
HIS OWN BUTT
by Roger Hargreaves

Sylphosaurus posted:

Good to see that the fetish japanese writers have for the ever elusive combat data is still going strong.

:eng101:

Gotta get the combat data from the girl to upload it into the ships computer to calibrate the targeting systems to target the areas of the battlefield where we can put it to most use by tactically deploying the troops using the enemy's combat data against them to generate some more combat data that can be then uploaded in your Mobile Suit to fight the enemies and destroy their base where they are keeping the top secret combat data used to calibrate the....


:suicide101:

Pureauthor
Jul 8, 2010

ASK ME ABOUT KISSING A GHOST
Even the 'normal' Valkyrian lances are pretty much useless as actual melee weapons unless you want to use the in a cavalry charge or something. Good thing their owners can shoot giant lasers from them.

Neddy Seagoon
Oct 12, 2012

"Hi Everybody!"
The "combat data" thing isn't an entirely stupid premise, it just doesn't work when your prototype just smokes everything in sight anyway. It'd at least stick if it turns out your shiny new prototype/super-soldier can't target more than three guys at once or something. Whoops, the right knee keeps seizing up and falling off whenever it moves backwards above a slow walk, who the gently caress designed it? Gerry in Third Division? Go tell Gerry he's fired.



Pureauthor posted:

Even the 'normal' Valkyrian lances are pretty much useless as actual melee weapons unless you want to use them in a cavalry charge or something. Good thing their owners can shoot giant lasers from them.

Or just lob the fuckers like spears through solid armor.

Agean90
Jun 28, 2008


Pretty sure "scientist" lady is just being pretentious about liking to watch stuff blow up seeing as she lacks anything to record data with.

A clipboard would at least make it she's actually doing work.

BioMe
Aug 9, 2012


Neddy Seagoon posted:

The "combat data" thing isn't an entirely stupid premise

Yet it always is.

Yeah, keeping books on your units' performance and monitoring the effectiveness of battle strategies in practice seems sensible, but the way "combat data" works in these games makes Deadliest Warrior's take on it seem scientific.

Neddy Seagoon
Oct 12, 2012

"Hi Everybody!"

BioMe posted:

Yet it always is.

Yeah, keeping books on your units' performance and monitoring the effectiveness of battle strategies in practice seems sensible, but the way "combat data" works in these games makes Deadliest Warrior's take on it seem scientific.

Read the rest of the sentence :ssh:.

BioMe
Aug 9, 2012


I wasn't disagreeing.

Neddy Seagoon
Oct 12, 2012

"Hi Everybody!"

BioMe posted:

I wasn't disagreeing.

Whoops, misread the "yet" as a "yes" :v:.

David Corbett
Feb 6, 2008

Courage, my friends; 'tis not too late to build a better world.

Neddy Seagoon posted:

Or just lob the fuckers like spears through solid armor.

To be fair, assuming that the Valkyrian übermensch (überdamen?) are able to throw it hard enough, and that the lance is strong enough, and that they're able to spin-stabilize it or otherwise ensure that it goes in point-first, that's actually kind of plausible. It is, in fact, the single most plausible thing done with a ragnite lance in all of VC1.

David Corbett fucked around with this message at 13:23 on Apr 16, 2015

Mraagvpeine
Nov 4, 2014

I won this avatar on a technicality this thick.
What are the odds someone is going to develop some sort of Ragnite cancellation device (probably involving wavelength and frequency) that will counter any and all Ragnite based technology?

Neddy Seagoon
Oct 12, 2012

"Hi Everybody!"

Mraagvpeine posted:

What are the odds someone is going to develop some sort of Ragnite cancellation device (probably involving wavelength and frequency) that will counter any and all Ragnite based technology?

None. Because everything electrical is Ragnite-powered :v:.

David Corbett
Feb 6, 2008

Courage, my friends; 'tis not too late to build a better world.
Also, that would involve the series giving up its magical girls. What do you figure the odds of that are?

Wales Grey
Jun 20, 2012
FranceAmerica is probably supporting the rebels for the same reason the Russo-Prussian Holy Roman Empire (ostensibly) invaded Gallia: Gallia isn't just Anime-Fantasy-Weird War 2 Finland/Switzerland, it's also Alsace-Lorraine with its huge deposits of cobalt ragnite. Remember, the war between the Federation and the Empire is a resource conflict. Plus, Gallia also has a bunch of Valkyur ruins and stuff like the doom laser that was part of the royal castle until Maxamilian stole it and mounted it on his land battleship.

Wales Grey fucked around with this message at 19:20 on Apr 16, 2015

Tae
Oct 24, 2010

Hello? Can you hear me? ...Perhaps if I shout? AAAAAAAAAH!


While we're technically in April now, I skipped over an available free mission because being attacked by a bunch of Valkyrians seemed important.



Same old, same old when it comes to the map, but the twist is that this is the first time Fencers are introduced. They are basically super combat versions of Armor Techs, and the first generic enemies you need to dedicate surprise attacks on.



Otherwise it's a standard defend-base mission with the A rank being killing everyone in 3 turns. Not much missed, since we didn't have anyone ready to become a Fencer.

Anyways, back to the real start of April.



This one is about the Valkyrur. It's a collection of proofs asserting their actual existence.

There's proof? I always thought the Valkyrur thing was like a fairy tale.

Apparently a majority of archeolosical experts think they were real. None make mention of their alleged powers, though. That's likely a myth.

It's very interesting how little of the two Valkyrians were talked, even though they were at the forefront of at least two major battles. I guess they just thought Selvaria Bles was just that good.

What powers were those, again?

You at least know the gist of it, right? The War of the Valkyrur?

Right, where the Valks took out the Darcsens a bajillion years ago.

The Darcsens supposedly terrorized Europa with ragnite technology. Until the Valkyrur swept in and stopped them, or so the story goes. There's not a shred of archeological evidence to back it. It's a myth. Legend says they fought with lance and shield, bathed in blue flame.

"Archeological evidence" was a common response of Isara Gunther's as well whenever the Darcsen calamity was brought up. As you can probably deduce by now, a lot of Zeri's motivation for coming to Lanseal is about fixing Darcsen perception and prejudice.

Wait, blue flame, a lance, and a shield? That sounds like that girl we saw.

That's what made me curious. I thought I'd read up on it.



After seeing her fight, I'd believe she stepped right out of a legend.

So what, this time the Valks are sweeping in to stop the rebels?

If they were true Valkyur, they would be siding with the rebels probably.

Who can say? But some of those rebels bore those same traits. If the rebel army has a force of Valkyrur, that's a serious threat. Stopping their revolution would suddenly become a lot more complicated.

This is much funnier considering Zeri just killed two of those things.

Those guys were tough, no question, but we can't just ignore them. Whoever we're up against, it's our job to beat some sense into them.

Right. We'll make it work!

As always, your optimism boggles the mind.

But you're right that the rebels can't be ignored.

You were ignoring them before now???

Anyway, we can ask the little squirt if she's a Valk next time we see her.



Please don't be another kid Please don't be another kid Please don't be another kid



:sigh:

No prey can outrun me!



EVEN BETTER




Something about spring weather always makes me sleepy, though.

Speaking of, are you able to sleep during the breaks on long marches?

Some people's nerves keep them awake. Do you have any advice for hi-- Them?

Well, I use a... A metallic object as a pillow.

It's cool to the tough, and quite relaxing.

What.

A metal pillow? How curious. And you, Coleen? Any suggestions?

I count porcavians in my head. Works like a charm.



That... isn't much of an endorsement.

Right...let's uh, let's read some lore now.

Archduchess Visits War Zone-Newspaper

In late March. Cordelia visited south Gallia to speak with victims of the rebel attacks. Since her coronation, she has strived to wipe out Darcsen prejudice, and this risky action reflects her strong desire to remain defiant in the face of adversity.

Lanseal Academy forces escorted her during her visit and fought off a rebel assault on the Archduchess. Reports indicate that a squad leader who only enrolled this January played a large role, but details of the battle have not been made public.


Will the Rebels Push North?-Newspaper

As rebel forces gain influence in southern Gallia, civilians in the North are wondering if the rebels will start pushing their way next. Numerous key industrial cities such as Fouzen are situated there, so a rebel advance seems highly likely.

However, military analysts state that this is not a possibility vet. With Lanseal forces fighting rebels in the South, a northern offensive would risk splitting rebel forces in two. It seems the fate of northern Gallia lies in Lanseal Academy's hands.


ALL IN OUR HANDS

Top Sellers at the Store-Lotte Insider

Here is a ranking of hot products on sale at the store right now.
lst: Bread (Alicia's Bakery)
2nd: Bandages
3rd: Ink
4th: Notebooks (unruled)
5th: The Gallia Times

Bandages were a popular item after the Laevatein Cup, and the bread is known to sell out even before lunch. A certain "Student A" from Class G was buying every loaf, roll and bun, so now there is a limit of 3 per person. PS. Where is the Lotte Insider?!


The Rebels (Revolutionaries)-Encyclopedia

An organization founded by Count Gilbert Gassenarl in 1936. They call themselves the Gallian Revolutionary Army, but are referred to as "rebels" by most citizens. They seek to depose the Archduchess and form a nation ruled by pure-blooded Gallians alone.

Count Gassenarl calls himself their Supreme Commander, and holds ultimate power. His children Baldren, Audrey and Dirk command the rebel forces. It is believed that nobles who are anti-Darcsen are funding them, or that they receive Federation support.


The Valkyrur-Encyclopedia

An ancient race said to have come from the north long ago. Thought to be merely legend until recently, modern archeology proved their existence conclusively. It is said that many of history's heroes have been descendents of the Valkyrur.

They can amplify the energy in ragnite, causing their body to exude a blue light and allowing them to perform superhuman feats. Their bloodline survives to this day, with soldiers thought to be descendants sighted in the 1935 conflict.


House Gassenarl-Encyclopedia

A countship that has owned land in southern Gallia for centuries.,rivaling House Randgriz in power. Their coat of arms features a lion. The current head of the family is Gilbert Gassenarl, who served as a general in the Gallian Army in EWI.

His son Baldren and daughter Audrey also served in the southern regiment as lieutenant colonel and major, respectively. Their brother Dirk has no military record, and is said to have been born to a different mother. All are now rebel officers.




Alright, let's go see what this new Engineer is all about.



I'm strong! Stronger than you! I am Vicky Baytear!

Um, right... I'll take your word on that. So, what are you doing here?

Hey, what's this?

It's a sewing machine. You step on the pedal and it sews stuff for you.



Don't kick it, man! Just step on it. Gently!

Vicky is strong! Vicky is the strongest!

Gah?! Stop that, you're gonna break it!

Vicky loves to attack! I'll beat everyone! Leave everything to Vicky! *runs away*

H-Hey! Where are you going? Get back--



A CAVEMAN gimmick. Great, just...

who the hell keeps scouting these people



More stuff is available to us in the shop, including one new mechanic (yes, we're still introducing brand new stuff 4 months into the game).



Status buffs, crafted by the material from missions. Crafting two separate items create a status effect on the class for one mission. This can be negative or positive, and the results will be recorded after you find out what the mix is. It's really useless in the grand scheme of things, because at most it's just attack buffs which don't really make or break anything. Don't waste your materials on this instead of weapons or something.

Helmut Quest 2



Um...

I wanted to hear about the Empire, man!

...Why not read the text books here? They point a colorful picture.

That's not what I meant. I want to hear what it was like growing up. C'mon man! What were the schools there like?

I studied in a military academy near the capital.

Wow! What sort of stuff did they teach there?

The basic academic and physical training regimens were similar to Lanseal's. The only major difference was our oath of fealty to His Imperial Excellence.

That's the emperor, right? You swore an oath to him?

I assume you know that the empire is ruled by His Excellence absolutely. All military personnel swear to give their all in loyal service to Him. It is the first thing all new cadets at any academy do.

Wow, that's pretty interesting.



And to man the Darcsen concentration camps they set up here in Gallia.

Zeri!

Um...

But I don't expect an Imperial like you would lose sleep over that. We Darcsens are just pack mules to you, aren't we? A source of slave labor.

But those camps were an assault on human dignity. A mule is better treated. Just know that even you've forgotten all about it, we Darcsens haven't.

Come on, man! Settle down!



Helmut, he didn't--

Good day. *leaves*

What gives, Zeri? It's not like you to jump on a guy like that.

You couldn't possibly understand.

wha--? Hey, wait, Zeri...

*zeri leaves*

Aww, come on! Why's everybody got to be so touchy about stuff?

Yeah, why's everyone so touchy about the equivalent of the holocaust 2 years ago.

Goddamn, Avan. Just goddamn it.

Meet Class G: Zeri


Personal Potentials:
Composed - Keeps calm when facing interception fire, for greater accuracy.
Darcsen Pride - Pride in fighting alongside Darcsen brethren raises various abilities.

Zeri is meh defensively and accuracy wise among Shocktroopers, but he has good, positive potentials which really helps him. The only problem with Darcsen Pride is that most of the other Darcsen are kinda meh in terms of units you want out in the field. Mischlitt is probably your best bet if she becomes a Fencer.

Pureauthor
Jul 8, 2010

ASK ME ABOUT KISSING A GHOST
I lack the words to communicate how much I hate Vicky Baytear.

Zanzibar Ham
Mar 17, 2009

You giving me the cold shoulder? How cruel.


Grimey Drawer
She was obviously made an engineer to punish anyone who likes her enough to use her in missions.

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Night10194
Feb 13, 2012

We'll start,
like many good things,
with a bear.

Avan, bro, you don't get to pull 'HEY MAN DON'T BE UNFAIR' about the loving holocaust analogy. That's one step from Hitler Had Him Some Ideas. :godwin:

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