Vega Sector Campaign: Kurasawa System

Halcyon: All right, boys and girls. Let’s get to work. First, I want to congratulate you all for your efforts at Dakota. Our successes there were crucial to recent developments in the war effort. The Kilrathi advance has been halted, and now the Confederation is on the offensive. Now we’re moving on the Kilrathi bases in the Kurasawa system. These bases are vital to Kilrathi command and communication in the sector. The Empire is currently trying to ferry troops and supplies to these bases, in a frantic attempt to defend them. I’m sending my best pilots, in my best fighters, to head off these supplies.

Halcyon: Theta is especially vital, so I’m sending you, Maverick, with Bossman as your wing. Computer, display Theta Wing. We’ve detected several Kilrathi fighters circling two nearby jump points. One Dorkir-class transport has already jumped in here, at Nav 1a. You’ll intercept and destroy it, then move on to Nav 2, where another squadron of Kilrathi fighters awaits an incoming ’sport. When you’ve taken care of any ’sports that appear at Nav 2, return to the Tiger’s Claw via Nav 1b, in case there are any late arrivals. Questions?

Halcyon: Nothing definite, Major, but that first Dorkir is especially well guarded. It must be something – or someone – the hairballs don’t want to lose. If that’s all the questions, then let’s get into space. Squadron dismissed.

Halcyon: Welcome back, Major. Let’s have your report.

Halcyon: We’ve determined that the first Dorkir was a command staff ship, Maverick. Blasting that one should cripple their chain of command. Good job. I’ve read the flight log of your engagements, Major. You took out 7 of the fuzzballs, Maverick, and Bossman got 7. I’ll go over your report in detail later. You did well out there, Maverick. That’s all. Dismissed.

Halcyon: Okay, boys and girls, we’ve been lucky. Less than 4 hours ago, we received a Code Blue transmission. It seems our boys captured a Ralari-class destroyer in the Port Hedland system. Sector Command wants to use this ship in our siege here at Kurasawa. I’ve given my assurances that we’ll bring her in intact. I’m sending a wing to rendezvous with the Ralari and escort it to the Claw. Bossman and Maverick, this one’s yours. Maverick will fly lead.

Halcyon: Here’s the scenario. Computer, display Omicron. The Ralari entered the system at the jump-point near Nav 1. There’s an asteroid belt along the way. Keep your eyes peeled for trouble. Once you’ve arrived at the rendezvous point, you’ll escort the destroyer back here. One other note. Our sensors show a Kilrathi force approaching at high speed. They must have been sent to prevent us from getting the Ralari. Expect a tough fight. That’s all, gentlemen. Dismissed.

Halcyon: The captured Ralari has pulled into formation with the Claw. Good job, Maverick! Same for you, Major Chen. You both are a credit to the Confederation.

Halcyon: Let’s review what happened out there. Maverick got 7 of the hairballs, and 1 for Bossman. I commend you on bringing back the Ralari. Dismissed.

Halcyon: For meritorious conduct in confronting the Kilrathi enemy, in the Kurasawa system, on or about 2654.282, the Terran Confederation is proud to present the Silver Star to Major Blair. Your courage is exemplary of the Confederation’s finest defenders. Good job, Maverick. Congratulations.

Halcyon: All right, people, here’s what we’ve got. We’ve received a tight-band transmission from the Formidable, an Exeter-class destroyer. She’s just come from a scrap, and she’s in rough shape. Your mission will be to rendezvous with her, and guard her against further attack. Hunter and Waxman, you get the duty. Hunter will fly lead.

Halcyon: Very well, Maverick, you and Bossman get the nod. Maverick will take the lead.

Halcyon: Here’s the flight plan. Computer, display Chi. You are to proceed directly to the Formidable, which jumped in at Nav 1. The destroyer has reported a minefield between Nav 1 and the Claw. Once you’ve arrived at the rendezvous point, you’ll escort the destroyer back here. You should return via Nav 2, and avoid the minefield entirely. Be on guard. The Kilrathi would love to take out an Exeter-class ship. Dismissed.

Halcyon: Good to have you back. What’s the status of the destroyer?

Halcyon: Good. You’ve earned us one more ship we have to use against the hairballs. Both of you have done a fine job out there. Let’s review your performance. Maverick, you destroyed 5 of the Kilrathi fighters, and Bossman killed 5. Why don’t you go and see Commander Della Guardia on the Formidable? She’s already asked to meet her escort. Dismissed.