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The Ashes of Aiur
Only days have past since the Protoss hero, Tassadar, sacrificed himself in order to destroy the nefarious Zerg Overmind. In the wake of the Overmind’s apocalyptic destruction, the Protoss homeworld of Aiur was left devastated and fallow. Many of the mindless Zerg who survived the horrendous battle began to rampage unchecked across the blackened fields of Aiur.
The Conclave, which had ruled over the Protoss Tribes for many thousand years, was eradicated along with nearly seventy percent of Aiur’s population. Thus, only a handful of Protoss heroes remained to watch over the beleaguered survivors of their world. The Judicator Aldaris, Praetor Fenix, the Dark Templar Zeratul, and their human companion James Raynor banded together in order to unite and lead the scattered survivors. Yet the Zerg, still bent on their genocidal rampage, continued to slaughter every Protoss they encountered.
Though fate had conspired against them, and nearly everything they cared for was lost, the stalwart Protoss heroes never gave up hope that their deliverance would come.
The Emperor and His Dominion
As the titanic battle between the Protoss and the Zerg reached the boiling point upon the planet Aiur, Arcturus Mengsk took steps to consolidate his own power within the newly formed Terran Dominion. Having crowned himself Emperor of the Dominion, all of the Terran colonies within the Koprulu sector were united under one sovereign rule for the first time.
With General Edmund Duke by his side, Mengsk was unopposed by any of the major Terran Militias within the Sector. Having reinforced the armies of the Dominion by forcefully conscripting the remaining warriors of the defunct Terran Confederacy, Mengsk set out to fortify the various worlds under his care. As the final battle concluded on Aiur and the Zerg reeled in disarray throughout the Sector, Mengsk was left to wonder what ever became of his former Lieutenant, Sarah Kerrigan…the self-styled Queen of Blades…
The Terminal Agenda
Light years away, far removed from the epic struggle between the Protoss and the Zerg, the custodians of the planet Earth watched and waited. Unknown to the wayward Terrans in the Koprulu Sector was the fact that their every move had been recorded since their exile from Earth. The United Powers League, the vast bureaucratic institution that ruled the Earth and it’s sister worlds, had studied the slow advancements and hostile infighting of the Koprulu colonies for generations.
The UPL had borne silent witness to the founding of the Terran Confederacy and the myriad conflicts between the various Terran Militias. Overall, the UPL was content to observe their unwitting colonists without directly interfering in their affairs. It was only upon the discovery of alien species within the Koprulu Sector that the UPL finally committed to decisive action.
Never before had humanity encountered alien species of any kind. Thus, this unprecedented event caused a widespread panic throughout the UPL. Regardless of what happened to the expendable Koprulu colonies, the UPL could not afford to let aliens invade Earth. The momentous occasion brought many dissident countries into the UPL fold, thus expanding the powers of the organization and causing it to be renamed the ‘United Earth Directorate’. Taking a more proactive, militaristic stance in regards to alien affairs, the UED bent all of its considerable resources towards studying the aliens and their maneuverings. After monitoring the Protoss and Zerg for several months, the UED gathered data on the strengths and weaknesses of the two races. Believing that they were capable of countering any of the aliens’ attacks, the UED formed a military expeditionary force to put an end to the Koprulu conflict by any means necessary.
The expeditionary force, led by the brilliant Admiral Gerard DuGalle, had a secondary objective as well. Admiral DuGalle was ordered to take control of the Zerg Broods and use them to pacify Protoss activity in the Sector. In so doing, he would assure the survival and prosperity of Humanity throughout the galaxy…
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Protoss Campaign
* Cinematic: Brood War Intro
* [INTRO]
* 1. Escape from Aiur
* 2. Dunes of Shakuras
* 3. Legacy of the Xel'Naga
* 4. The Quest for Uraj
* 5. The Battle of Braxis
* 6. Return to Char
* 7. The Insurgent
* 8. Countdown
* Cinematic: Fury of the Xel'Naga
Cinematic: Brood War Intro
Transcript:
- Who's in charge here?
- Where is the air support?
- So, Gerard, I suspect you have a good reason
- for pulling me away from my Duties.
- Your Vodka can wait, my good Alexi.
- Come stand here, you need to see this.
- I know all about the Zerg, Gerard,
- We've all seen the tapes a hundred...
- You've seen nothing!
- Dissecting a dead Zerg in a lab is one thing,
- Unleashing them on men is another.
- You must go into this with both eyes open.
- Once started there is no going back.
- Are you prepared to go all the way with this Alexi?
- Yes...yes I am prepared to go all the way, my good Admiral.
- Good, good. I knew I could count on you.
- Admiral. The colonists' base will be over-run in a matter of minutes. Shall we intervene?
- Take us into orbit Mr. Malmsteen. We've seen enough.
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PROTOSS CAMPAIGN: THE STAND
The nefarious Zerg Overmind has been destroyed and the Protoss homeworld of Aiur now lies in smoking ruin. As the Executor of the remaining Protoss forces, you must now attempt to reunite your beleaguered people and save them from the ravenous Zerg who still roam mindlessly across the blackened fields of Aiur.
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"ESCAPE FROM AIUR"
Isolated Protoss base on the planet Aiur
Mission Briefing:
Aldaris
Greetings, Executor. Though we all grieve for the loss of mighty Tassadar, we must find the resolve to carry on. He sacrificed himself to destroy the Overmind, but many Zerg still rage across our ruined homeworld. Without the Conclave to lead us, or the protection of our great fleets, it seems we must fend for ourselves.
Zeratul
Aldaris is correct, Executor. As we have both seen, the Zerg will not halt their rampage until every last one of us is dead. I suggest that we retreat to our last functional warp gate and travel to where the Zerg cannot follow us.
Aldaris
With all due respect, Zeratul, the Protoss do not run from their enemies. Aiur is our homeworld. It is here that we shall make our stand!
Zeratul
Just as your Conclave did? They are dead now, Aldaris, dead because they allowed their pride to blind their reason. Only if we learn from their mistakes can we live to avenge them. Now, Executor, I know of a place where we can find solace. It is Shakuras, the secret homeworld of my people the Dark Templar.
Aldaris
Your people? We would be seen as tyrants to them! Why would they shelter us?
Zeratul
Have I not pledged myself to your cause? Not all beings are as unforgiving as your lamented Conclave, Aldaris.
Aldaris
You are right, of course. Executor, Zeratul shall find us passage to the warp gate. After the gate has been secured, Fenix and the new Praetor Artanis shall lead our surviving brethren to Shakuras.
Artanis
Executor, I am Artanis. Though I have only recently been appointed Praetor, you can trust that I will uphold the honor and traditions of the Templar.
Aldaris
We shall see.
Jim Raynor
Hey boys, mind if we tag along? I figure headin' anywhere's got to be better than stayin' here with the Zerg!
Zeratul
Commander Raynor.
As ever, your assistance is appreciated. We would be honored if you joined us.
Game:
TEMPLAR
En Taro Adun, Zeratul! This is all that remains of our forces in this province. We have found the location of the warp gate, but there is a sizeable Zerg force blocking the way.
ZERATUL
We should destroy these nydus canals so as to stem the flow of Zerg reinforcements through them.
ZERATUL
Ah, it is good to see more of our brethren on the battlefield.
ZEALOT
En Taro Adun! There is no time to waste. We must join our brethren in battle.
ZERATUL
Executor, I have located the warp gate. We must hurry and evacuate the Khalai survivors before the Zerg return!
RAYNOR
Just worry about getting your people through the gate, Executor. Fenix and I will hang back and protect our flank until everyone is through.
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"DUNES OF SHAKURAS"
Protoss base camp on the planet Shakuras
Mission Briefing:
Artanis
En Taro Tassadar, Executor. The survivors from Aiur have made it safely through the gate. Yet, amidst the chaos of our retreat we lost contact with Fenix and Raynor. I fear that they may have been overrun by the Zerg.
Zeratul
Fear not, Artanis. Fenix is as stalwart a warrior as I have ever known, and the Terran Raynor has proven himself to be highly resourceful in the past. I for one believe that they made it here safely. But while we wait for word from them, we must reconnoiter the surrounding area and find a suitable location for a more permanent settlement. Once we're situated we can begin to search for the Dark Templar.
Game:
ARTANIS
Executor! There are Zerg on Shakuras! They must have taken control of the warp gate on Aiur!
DARK TEMPLAR
Neraz Gulio
DARK TEMPLAR
Ner'mah!
DARK TEMPLAR
Zerashk gulida!
DARK TEMPLAR
Adun Toridas, Zeratul! Glad I am to see that you've returned home after these many decades. But the strange guests that have followed you here seem ill-tempered.
ZERATUL
Well met, my brother! Indeed, these creatures known as the Zerg have no regard for the sanctity of life. Once we have secured this area, I shall tell you everything I know about them in council.
DARK TEMPLAR
I am sure the Matriarch will be eager to hear your tale as well.
ARTANIS
There is no sign of Fenix or Raynor. They must still be on Aiur!
ARTANIS
Executor! We have received a transmission from Raynor and Fenix! They are still alive, and are fighting to retake the warp gate on Aiur! We must secure the gate on this side without delay!
RAYNOR
Executor, my crew and I will remain here on Aiur and shut the gate down on this side. It's the only way to make sure that the Zerg won't send more reinforcements to Shakuras.
ARTANIS
You will be hopelessly outnumbered, and once the gate is shut down there will be no one to save you should you be overrun.
RAYNOR
Yeah, well... I'm a man of action. What can I say?
FENIX
I shall remain with Raynor as well, Executor. My duty is to Aiur, after all.
ARTANIS
Farewell then, brave warriors. We will send through all the troops we can spare.
RAYNOR
Thanks. You kids just remember to play nice from now on, ok? Wish us luck.
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"LEGACY OF THE XEL'NAGA"
Main Protoss settlement at New Antioch, Shakuras
Mission Briefing:
Raszagal
I am Raszagal, Matriarch of the Dark Templar, and I welcome you and your companions to our world. Zeratul has informed me of the fall of Aiur, and I am deeply grieved. I am one of the few Dark Templar old enough to remember our ancestral home with clarity. Yet, no matter how tragic the circumstances, it is clear that fortune has reunited our people.
We Dark Templar will never forget our banishment from Aiur, nor the Conclave's sins against us. But you and your companions are no longer of the Conclave. The example set by your fallen hero, Tassadar, has shown you that when the light and dark sides of our energies are united, our power is undeniable.
Aldaris
But Matriarch, the Zerg who have followed us here are unlike any enemy the Protoss have ever known!
Raszagal
You speak the truth, Judicator. And yet, there lies a dormant power here that can help us to scour the Zerg from Shakuras forever. Long ago, we Dark Templar were a nomadic people. But when we found a remarkable monument upon this world, we decided to remain here to study it. We discovered that the enormous structure is actually an ancient Xel'Naga Temple, dedicated to the race that sired us all. The Temple is situated above a nexus of powerful cosmic energies. If we were to access those energies...
Aldaris
Then we should strike now while the Zerg still muster their forces!
Raszagal
Alas, we cannot. In order to properly channel the energies of the Temple, we will need the twin crystals, Uraj and Khalis, that legends say were separated many ages ago. The Uraj is laced with pure Templar energies, while the Khalis is comprised of Dark Templar energy. Only by using these two crystals in unison, can we hope to channel the potent energies of the Temple.
Artanis
Then it is clear that we must retrieve these crystals wherever they may be.
Raszagal
Agreed. But first, we must deal with the Zerg and their two Cerebrates who have already taken up station around the Temple itself. To arms, my children! Scour the Temple grounds of this foul infestation!
Game:
ARTANIS [disabled]
Executor! Our weapons are having little effect on this cerebrate! How are we to destroy these vile creatures?
ZERATUL
Remember, young Templar, cerebrates can be killed only by Dark Templar weapons and energies. My brethren will make short work of any cerebrate!
ZERATUL
Executor, our sensors show that the two Cerebrates are surrounded by spore colonies. We will deploy our Corsairs to compensate for their defenses.
KERRIGAN
Well done, mighty Protoss! I'm glad to see that you all are as violent as ever.
ZERATUL
Kerrigan! What mockery is this?
KERRIGAN
Relax, warriors. Despite what you may think, I haven't come here to fight you.
ALDARIS
This is laughable! Do you truly expect us to believe that your intentions here are honorable? That these Zerg here are not under your sway?
KERRIGAN
Look, the Cerebrates you've killed were my enemies as well. If you let me explain, I'm sure you'll understand tha-
ZERATUL
You are the enemy of all who live, Kerrigan. What makes you think we would have anything to do with you?
KERRIGAN
Because, Zeratul, I bring news of an event that threatens us all. If you'd be so good as to escort me back to your Citadel, I'll tell you everything I know.
RASZAGAL
Very well, Kerrigan. We shall hear what you have to say. But be warned: We will not suffer your treachery here.
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"THE QUEST FOR URAJ"
Protoss fleet orbiting the planet Braxis
Mission Briefing:
Raszagal
Now then, Kerrigan. Perhaps you had best explain yourself. What is this news you've come to give?
Infested Kerrigan
There is a new Overmind growing on Char.
Zeratul
What? Impossible! Why should we believe anything you have to say?
Infested Kerrigan
Because, Zeratul, I'm no longer the mindless murderess whom you fought on Char. The Overmind is dead. Whatever warped control it once had over me is gone. I know that this is a lot to take in all at once, but you've got to believe me! There's more at stake here than-
Aldaris
She lies! She is infested to the core! I for one will not listen to any of this-
Raszagal
Silence, Judicator. Continue, Kerrigan.
Infested Kerrigan
Apparently, many of the renegade Cerebrates, commanded by Daggoth, have merged into a new Overmind. Fortunately, the creature is still in its infant stages. It can't control the Swarm yet, but Daggoth and the others still have control over most of the Broods. The two Cerebrates you killed here were part of Daggoth's forces.
Look, I don't need to tell you all what might happen if that thing reaches maturity. I can guarantee you that should it awaken, it'll take full control of me just like it did before. I don't want that to happen, and I'm pretty sure you don't want it to happen either.
Zeratul
Even if what you say is true, our priority is to save this world, not assault the new Overmind! We must find the crystals Uraj and Khalis before we are all vanquished.
Infested Kerrigan
Then I'll help you with your search. If you can defeat the renegade Zerg gathered here, it'll weaken the efforts of Daggoth and his ilk.
Raszagal
My children, you must put aside your fears and misgivings to accomplish what must be done. For the time being, Kerrigan will assist you in your endeavors. Though she has been your enemy, it is enough that we share the same agenda now. Allow her time enough to prove herself to you, and you may find her to be a valued ally. For now, you must focus on the task at hand. Search for the Uraj on the planet Braxis, and let nothing stop you from recovering it.
Artanis
We will do what you ask, Matriarch. But you cannot expect us to forgive Kerrigan's crimes against our race! Executor, prepare our forces. We shall debark for the planet Braxis before the next moonrise.
Game:
ARTANIS
Executor, we have a problem. Our warp matrix was damaged during transit. Because of the extensive damage, we will be unable to warp-in stargates to this location!
KERRIGAN
Explain something to me, Zeratul. Why would your people leave such a sacred crystal in the hands of these Terrans?
ZERATUL
We didn't. Long ago, this world was a Protoss colony called Khyrador. When the strife between our tribes escalated, this planet and the Uraj Crystal were abandoned. These Terrans have come here only recently.
KERRIGAN
The Crystal's here, boys! Send in a probe to gather it up and our work here is done.
ZERATUL
You have done well, Kerrigan. There is more to you than it seems. Perhaps I have misjudged you.
KERRIGAN
Given our history, I can't say I blame ya'. Let's just get the job done.
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"THE BATTLE OF BRAXIS"
Protoss fleet, high orbit over the planet Braxis
Mission Briefing:
Artanis
Executor! Our sensors have just identified a large group of Terran vessels. However, their configuration profile is unlike any Terran group yet encountered. We are receiving a transmission from the fleet's command ship, identifying itself as the Aleksander.
Alexei Stukov
Protoss Commander, I am Admiral Alexei Stukov of the United Earth Directorate. We are here to take control of the Terran Dominion and all of its outlying colonies. You are in direct violation of Terran space and have openly attacked Terran troops. Lower your shields and power down your weapons systems. The UED will be taking custody of your ships and whatever spoils you have garnered from this planet.
Zeratul
United Earth Directorate? Raynor spoke of the distant Terran homeworld called Earth. These humans have come a long way to make war on us.
Artanis
Have faith, Zeratul! You almost sound as if you fear these humans. What are they to such as we? Was it not we who defeated the dreaded Overmind?
Zeratul
Yes, Artanis. We did vanquish the Overmind. But we did so with the help of humans. Do not be so quick to underestimate them.
Artanis
Of course. Executor, I shall test the mettle of these humans by scouting ahead of your ships, and finding a way through this blockade!
En Taro Tassadar!
Game:
ARTANIS
Executor, with the power generator destroyed, the missile turrets on this platform are no longer operational. However, we will need reinforcements to finish the job.
ZERATUL
Reinforements are on route now, young templar.
ZERATUL
Reinforements are on route now, young templar.
ZERATUL
Reinforements are on route now, young templar.
ZERATUL
Reinforements are on route now, young templar.
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"RETURN TO CHAR"
Protoss fleet, high orbit over the planet Char
Mission Briefing:
Artanis
Executor, the Uraj is secured and the UED has given up the chase. We are currently holding perimeter orbit over the planet Char. Zeratul, have you locked onto the location of the Khalis?
Zeratul
Yes. I remember sensing its power the last time I was on this world. However, our sensors indicate a massive, fluctuating energy signature at its location. I am, however, unable to identify the signature's source.
Infested Kerrigan
That should be obvious, gentlemen; the source is the Overmind itself. When the Cerebrates merged together, they must have locked onto the Khalis' energies and nested near it. It's probable that there'll be a number of Broods protecting that area. It's risky, but if we can strike hard and fast, we might be able to fight our way through their defenses and escape with the crystal.
Artanis
Comrades, I may have an alternative. Seeing as how the Overmind is still in its infant stages, I wonder if we might be able to disrupt its control over those Broods. If we can do enough superficial damage to the creature, it might pacify the Zerg nearest to it, allowing us some time to retrieve the Khalis.
Zeratul
A bold plan, young Artanis. Your courage rivals that of mighty Tassadar himself!
Artanis
You give me too much credit, noble Zeratul. I am not worthy enough to even speak 'His' name.
Infested Kerrigan
Touching. Look, boys, either of these plans will work, but let's not waste any time. I'll be able to exert limited control over a few of the Zerg here and provide you with some back-up. But the longer we stay, the more we risk losing both the crystals again.
Artanis
Agreed. Executor, deploy your forces. May Adun be with you!
Game:
ARTANIS
Executor, the Khalis is ours! Let us depart this wretched world and return to Shakuras! ... Provided there is still a Shakuras to return to...
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"THE INSURGENT"
Executor's Citadel at New Antioch, Shakuras
Mission Briefing:
Raszagal
Congratulations, Executor. Your success has brought us the promise of hope against the Zerg. However, we face a new threat within our own ranks. In your absence, Judicator Aldaris and an entire legion of Khalai survivors from Aiur have begun an open revolt against us.
Zeratul
By the gods, this is ill news indeed! Why would Aldaris betray us so?
Raszagal
He and his ilk believe that it was wrong to have abandoned Aiur and consorted with our people. Their prejudices have driven them to perpetuate the Conclave's sins against us! Even now, Aldaris and his loyalist templar forces are preparing to attack our Citadel.
Artanis
I can scarcely believe this. As if the Zerg were not enough! Matriarch, are you certain of this?
Raszagal
All too certain, young templar. Executor, as Matriarch of the Dark Templar and custodian of this world, I hereby order you to terminate Judicator Aldaris, and quell this untimely uprising without delay! There will be no dissent among us while the Zerg are poised to strike!
Zeratul
There is something amiss here. The Matriarch has always been a wise and gentle soul. Though there is some merit in her decision, this is very unlike her.
Artanis
That may well be... But right now we have a friend to kill. May Adun forgive us.
Game:
ALDARIS
You didn't think I'd be caught so easily did you, Executor? You have only destroyed a phantom.
ALDARIS
Yet again, Executor, you destroy only a simulacrum of myself! You believe me to be a traitor, but it is you and the Matriarch who will usher our race to oblivion!
ZERATUL
It is finished, Judicator. Surrender your remaining forces, and join us in eradicating the Zerg.
ALDARIS
I would sooner die, dark one, than tarnish the memory of Aiur by joining with you. Your fate was sealed the moment your Matriarch allied herself with the Queen of Blades! Those of us still loyal to Aiur will never be slaves to Kerrigan and her Broods.
ARTANIS
Aldaris, be reasonable! Kerrigan has changed. She no longer seeks to enslave anyone. Do not force us to destroy you.
ALDARIS
You can no longer afford to be so naive, Artanis. While you were securing the crystals, I discovered that your Matriarch has been harboring a dark secret! She has been manipulated by de-
KERRIGAN
We have no time for this!
ZERATUL
Kerrigan... What have you done?
KERRIGAN
I just cleaned up your mess, Protoss. Don't be so squeamish.
ZERATUL
Wretched creature! This was a Protoss matter; you had no right to interfere! Begone from this world! You are no longer welcome among us!
KERRIGAN
Fine. I've done what I came here to do. I've insured the destruction of the renegade Cerebrates, and I used you to do it. Have fun, mighty Protoss... We'll be seeing each other again, real soon...
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"COUNTDOWN"
Main Protoss base, the planet Shakuras
Mission Briefing:
Artanis
This entire chain of events has been masterminded by Kerrigan, and we played right into her hands!
Zeratul
Yes we did, Artanis. Yet our course is set nonetheless. Using the Temple's energies against the renegade Zerg may accomplish Kerrigan's aims, but it is still our only chance of survival.
Raszagal
And survive we will, my warriors. For too long have we labored in futile defense as our enemies push us further and further away from victory. The time has come to let loose the full fury of our powers! Never again shall Shakuras be despoiled by the foul touch of alien species! These Zerg shall be the first to fall before us!
Zeratul
Matriarch, I have served you for many millennia. I have always valued your wisdom and strength. Yet lately, in your mind, I have sensed something that clouds your true spirit. Though Kerrigan has gone, I wonder if her treachery still remains?
Raszagal
Be at ease, Zeratul. I am still the same Raszagal you have always known. These recent events have weighed heavily upon me and I am wearied. But fear not; my warrior spirit will shine before you, and light your path to victory.
Zeratul
Indeed.
Artanis
The time for action is upon us! The crystals must be taken to the Temple while the Zerg still muster their forces. I shall carry the Uraj myself, while Zeratul handles the Khalis.
Raszagal
Executor, you shall provide escort for Artanis and Zeratul as they make their way to the Temple. Gods willing, we will channel the energies of the Xel'Naga, and scour this world clean of the Zerg! Go now, my children, and know that the survival of our entire race depends upon your actions!
Game:
RASZAGAL
When you bring the crystals to the Temple, the Zerg will surely send all of their legions to destroy you. You must be prepared to protect the Temple itself from the Swarm!
ARTANIS
The Uraj is secured!
ZERATUL
The Khalis is secured!
ARTANIS
Executor, Zeratul and I will begin to channel the Temple's energies. You must prevent the Zerg from destroying the Temple while we work! Adun be with you, Executor!
ZERATUL
Executor, the channeling is complete! Withdraw our forces into the Temple... And brace yourself!
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Cinematic: Fury of the Xel'Naga
Terran Campaign
* [INTRO]
* 1. First Strike
* 2. The Dylarian Shipyards
* 3. Ruins of Tarsonis
* 4. Assault on Korhal
* 5a. Emperor's Fall [Ground Zero]
* 5b. Emperor's Fall [Birds of War]
* 6. Emperor's Flight
* 7. Patriot's Blood
* 8. To Chain the Beast
* Cinematic: UED Victory Report
TERRAN CAMPAIGN: THE IRON FIST
Since the conflict began in the Koprulu sector, the ruling council of the United Earth Directorate has closely monitored its wayward Terran colonies. Having witnessed the steady advancement of the Zerg infestation and the maneuverings of the Protoss throughout the Colonies, the ruling council has finally agreed to take control over the war-torn sector.
Learning that a new Zerg Overmind has manifested itself upon the planet Char, the UED has sent its greatest Admiral, Gerard DuGalle, to capture the creature. As Captain of the UED fleet under DuGalle, your objective will be to storm the Terran Dominion and depose of its dictator, Emperor Mengsk I.
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"FIRST STRIKE"
UED Flagship Aleksander, High Orbit over the
planet Braxis; Outlying Dominion stronghold
Mission Briefing:
Terran Command Center
Adjutant online. Good morning, Captain. Our long voyage from Earth is over, and we are holding a stationary position near the borders of Dominion space. I trust that the effects from your long cold sleep have worn off by now. If not, the Med Officer can provide you with additional CryoStim supplements. Admiral DuGalle has issued a proclamation to the entire fleet via transmat. I'll patch it through to you now.
Gerard DuGalle
Attention! Defenders of the United Earth Directorate, this is Admiral DuGalle. You were all briefed before we left Earth, so you know that we have come here to conquer this sector in the name of Humanity. Should any of you have second thoughts about performing your assigned duties, be reminded that if we fail in our mission here, not one of us will be going home. We stand or fall together in this forsaken wasteland!
Serve the Directorate. Serve Humanity. All other priorities are secondary to victory! DuGalle out.
Terran Command Center
Transmat completed. Receiving incoming transmission:
Alexei Stukov
Good morning, Captain. I am Vice Admiral Stukov, tactical advisor to Admiral DuGalle. I see you've already reviewed his proclamation. I'm sure it doesn't cover anything you weren't already familiar with. Once you get to know the Admiral, I'm sure you'll find that he's actually quite personable.
At any rate, Captain, I do have orders for you. As we are about to begin our invasion of the Dominion, we will need access to their primary datanet and weapons diagnostics. To this end, you are to assault the outlying planet of Braxis, and take control of its capital city of Boralis. You are to deploy your forces within two standard hours. The Admiral expects perfect results, Captain. Stukov out.
Game:
MARINE
Ah, crap! This landing site doesn't have any gas! Guess we better start looking for another geyser.
DURAN
Captain, I am Lieutenant Samir Duran of the Confederate Resistance Forces. I've been monitoring your attack against the Dominion, and I'd like to offer you my services and skills in return for amnesty.
STUKOV
Intriguing. Lieutenant, you have absolutely no idea as to who we are or what we have come here to do. Why do you wish to side with us?
DURAN
Because my men and I have sworn to fight against the Dominion and its Emperor. Seeing as how your forces have been laying into this Dominion base, I figured we were on the same side.
STUKOV
I see. How exactly do you propose to be of service to us, Lieutenant?
DURAN
Well, I possess intimate knowledge of the surrounding area. I can show you an alternate route that leads to the rear of the main Dominion base.
STUKOV
Very well, Lieutenant. Consider yourself and your men the first colonial conscripts of the United Earth Directorate. Captain, see that the Lieutenant is given our full cooperation. We shall see if he's worth the effort.
DURAN
Mission successful, Admiral.
STUKOV
Excellent, Lieutenant. This planet's primary defenses are now crippled. Our Tac Teams can now begin to decode the Dominion's security datalink.
TOP
"THE DYLARIAN SHIPYARDS"
UED Flagship Aleksander, holding perimeter orbit over the Dylarian Shipyards; outlying Dominion trade center
Mission Briefing:
Terran Command Center
Receiving incoming transmission.
Gerard DuGalle
Captain, Vice Admiral Stukov has informed me of your flawless sortie upon Braxis. I must commend you for beginning our campaign with such a decisive victory. Our Tac Teams have decrypted the Dominion's datalink and have gained access to Mengsk's most guarded files. However, our work is not yet complete.
We have ascertained the location of the Dylarian shipyards. These shipyards, serving as a fueling and repair station for the Dominion, house a number of functional Battlecruisers in dry-dock. To assure that our domination of this sector remains uncontested, you are to assault the shipyards and liberate as many of these capital ships as possible.
Samir Duran
Gentlemen, I recommend that you launch this attack using the utmost caution. Dominion Command can typically reinforce its outlying bases within sixteen standard hours. You should expect some sort of reprisal from Emperor Mengsk shortly.
Gerard DuGalle
Ah, the turncoat. I suggest that you pay keen attention to rank when you address the Captain and myself, Lieutenant Duran. Is that understood?
Samir Duran
Of course, Admiral.
Alexei Stukov
Heh heh. You're beginning to show your age, Gerard. Give the boy some credit. He just tipped us off to a preeminent attack.
Gerard DuGalle
However useful he may prove to be, Alexei, he will always be a traitor in my eyes. And you know that I cannot abide a traitor.
Alexei Stukov
Only too well, Gerard. Captain, when you are ready, you may commence with the operation. Once you have commandeered the enemy's battlecruisers, be prepared to repel the Dominion reinforcements when they arrive.
Game:
STUKOV
Once your forces have landed, Captain, you'll need to escort our pilots to the battlecruisers themselves. They will be able to commandeer the ships and turn them over to our control.
MEDIC
All right, troops, listen up! Each squad will have a Medic assigned to it to patch up the wounded. But that doesn't mean you can get careless! Stay frosty and get the job done!
MEDIC
Sir, permission to blind that tank with an Optical Flare.
GHOST
Sir, the nuke silos are secured. We've got four nukes on
standby, awaiting your orders.
MARINE
Heads up, we got company!
SIEGE TANK
We gotta shake this lockdown pronto! Medic! Restore us!
ADJUTANT
Captain, we are tracking a large fleet of Dominion ships in your vicinity.
DUGALLE
Ahh, this must be the reinforcements that Lieutenant Duran warned us about. Captain, prepare our newly acquired fleet to battle the intruders!
ADJUTANT
Captain, we are being hailed by the Dominion flagship, Norad III.
DUKE
Well, now. I don't know which militia you all are from, but I advise ya' to back down... NOW! I'm General Edmund Duke of the Dominion armada. And in the name of Emperor Mengsk, I order you to surrender your forces immediately and unconditionally.
STUKOV
Ah, General Duke. I expected your forces to arrive sooner. You should know that we represent not one of your rag-tag peasant Militias, but the combined might of the United Earth Directorate.
DUKE
Earth Directorate? You mean to tell me you've come all the way out here from Earth?
STUKOV
That is correct, General. We're here to take control over this sector and its occupants for the betterment of mankind.
DUKE
Over my dead body. I don't care where yer' from, son. No one pushes around the Terran Dominion on my watch! All units, fire at will!
DUGALLE
I'm sending you a few backup pilots. Our pilots are a valued resource, Captain. Watch over them carefully.
DUGALLE
Additional pilots are on route now to your location, Captain. Try not to be so careless with them in the future.
DUGALLE
Your careless tactics are costing us valuable time and resources, Captain. Several reserve pilots are on the way to help you finish the job, and I expect results.
DUGALLE
Captain, if you cannot protect your pilots, I will find someone who can. I am sending one last flight crew to your position. Finish your mission; we will discuss your tactics when you return.
TOP
"RUINS OF TARSONIS"
UED Flagship Aleksander, low orbit over the planet Tarsonis; former capital world of the Terran Confederacy
Mission Briefing:
Terran Command Center
Captain, the Dominion shipyards have been destroyed, and it seems that General Duke has withdrawn his forces from this quadrant. We have impressed most of the remaining Dylarian defense forces into the fleet and stand ready to move to the next phase of our invasion.
Alexei Stukov
We've just received word from our research team that they've uncovered some kind of hidden weapons relay upon the planet Tarsonis. They report that it's called a Psi Disrupter, and that its purpose is somehow connected with the Zerg.
Samir Duran
Admiral, during the Zerg invasion of these colonies, the Confederacy had manufactured a number of portable machines called Psi Emitters which had the uncanny ability to lure Zerg to their signals. It was rumored that they had created a specialized emitter that could disrupt the Zerg's communications, but Emperor Mengsk was never able to find it.
It appears that this Psi Disrupter is the machine he was looking for. I must humbly suggest to you, Admiral, that the Disrupter be destroyed as quickly as possible. If it should fall into the hands of the Dominion we could face some very serious problems.
Gerard DuGalle
Hmm. A prudent call, Lieutenant. I am inclined to agree.
Alexei Stukov
But Admiral, this device could insure our victory over the Zerg! It is foolhardy to discard such an advantage!
Samir Duran
Surely, Vice Admiral, you don't doubt the tenacity of your own fleet? Your Directorate forces will devastate the Zerg without the need for such a device.
Alexei Stukov
Listen here, Lieutenant, I've had just about enough of your-
Gerard DuGalle
This conversation is over, Alexei. Given the true nature of our mission to enslave the Overmind, we could hardly stand to have Mengsk control a device of this magnitude. This Psi Disrupter must be destroyed in order to safeguard our mission. Ensign, set your course for Tarsonis.
Game:
ADJUTANT
Captain, our sensors are tracking Zerg signals in every direction. It appears that our intelligence was correct.
DURAN
Admiral, If we focus on destroying all of the hives in this area, we may be able to neutralize these Zerg without too much trouble.
DUGALLE
It's worth a try. Captain, you will provide the Lieutenant with whatever aid he may require. We are sending the main fleet on ahead to Augustgrad, so you will not have any battlecruisers available to you. Good luck!
DURAN
Just as I thought. This brood can't operate without it's primary hive cluster.
DROPSHIP
Go ahead, HQ.
DUGALLE
Lieutenant Duran, since you have shown such concern for this device's inherent danger, I charge you with finding the Disrupter and securing it. We will commence with its destruction once we've cleared the area.
DURAN
Captain, we've located the Psi Disrupter. Shall we plant the explosives on it?
GHOST
Lieutenant Duran, we're here to relieve you. We've come with orders from Admiral Stukov himself to facilitate the Disrupter's disassembly.
DURAN
Very well. Take it away. Captain, I'll be returning to the command ship presently.
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"ASSAULT ON KORHAL"
UED Flagship Aleksander, low orbit over the
planet Korhal; Dominion throne-world
Mission Briefing:
Gerard DuGalle
Captain, once again your leadership has set a fine example to the rest of my officers. Vice Admiral Stukov has informed me that the Psi Disrupter has been accounted for, so we can now proceed with the next phase of our operation. The time has come to begin our primary invasion of the Dominion Throne-world of Korhal. Alexei, fill the Captain in on the current situation.
Alexei Stukov
As you may know from your research, Captain, Korhal was a hotbed of anti-Confederate sentiment for years. The Confederacy hoped to contain Korhal's civil unrest by decimating it and its population with a massive nuclear barrage. Though the radiation levels on the planet are at an all time low, its surface is now nothing more than a smoldering desert.
Samir Duran
The catch, Admiral, is that because this world has already been devastated by nuclear fire, Mengsk has no compunction against using Nukes on us. We have detected a large cluster of missile silos on the outskirts of Augustgrad. If those silos were destroyed, we believe that Mengsk would lose his core nuclear capabilities.
Alexei Stukov
We also face a different obstacle, Captain. Intelligence has informed us that Mengsk employs multiple battlecruisers for his planetary defense. It is possible to nullify these battlecruisers by taking out strategic physics labs. Without these labs, Mengsk will be unable to power-up his ships' weapons systems.
Gerard DuGalle
Though we know how to compensate for Mengsk's defenses, we don't have enough time to follow through on them both. Therefore, Captain, you must choose to either counter his nuclear capabilities or his battlecruisers. Once you've taken care of this operation, we can begin to plan our final assault against Augustgrad.
Game:
STUKOV
Superbly done, Captain. Mengsk's battlecruisers are now effectively powerless. He won't be able to use them against us when we assault his palace.
STUKOV
Well done, Captain. We won't need to worry about nukes when we siege Mengsk's palace.
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"EMPEROR'S FALL (GROUND ZERO)"
UED command center, near the outskirts of
Augustgrad; capital city of Korhal
Mission Briefing:
Terran Command Center
Captain, Admiral DuGalle has ordered a final tactical meeting before the siege of Augustgrad commences. I'll patch you through to his war room.
Gerard DuGalle
Ah, Captain, we've been expecting you. As you may have guessed, we are coordinating our final attack plans. You should know, that even though Mengsk cannot reinforce his numbers, his standing forces are substantial. Augustgrad is easily the most heavily fortified city in all of Dominion space. And remember that Mengsk is an accomplished tactician so you had best be wary of any counter attacks he may attempt.
Alexei Stukov
Also, despite the fact that we have crippled his fleet of battlecruisers, we suspect that Mengsk will unload his nuclear silos whenever the opportunity presents itself. Keep security tight at all of your bases, and watch out for enemy Ghosts.
Gerard DuGalle
That should cover it, Captain. Be careful and good luck. By the day's end, the Terran Dominion will be nothing more than a bad memory.
Game:
ADJUTANT
Captain, I'm tracking the Dominion flagship, Norad III, in low orbit. Emperor Mengsk may be attempting an escape. Recieving incoming transmission.
MENGSK
This is Emperor Mengsk of the Terran Dominion. I wish to parlay with your Executive Officer at once!
DUGALLE
So, the elusive Arcturus Mengsk at last. I was hoping to speak with you before we finished our business here. I am Admiral Gerard DuGalle, and I must commend you, Sir, for holding back our advance for as long as you have. You are indeed a worthy opponent.
MENGSK
My thanks to you, Sir. But you must know that your victory here means little to me. It might have taken me awhile, but I did over- throw the Confederacy. I'll overthrow your rule as well.
DUGALLE
That seems unlikely, Sir, seeing as how you'll be publicly executed along with the rest of your ranking officers.
MENGSK
You wouldn't dare!
DUGALLE
Hah! The man who crowns himself 'Emperor' speaks to me of daring? You have far outlived your reputation citizen Mengsk. Captain, prepare to take the Emperor into custody.
RAYNOR
You'll have to postpone those plans, gentlemen.
ADJUTANT
Sir, the rebel command ship, Hyperion, has just entered our sensor range. It is accompanied by a small Protoss fleet.
DUGALLE
What? Who are these intruders!
MENGSK
Jim Raynor... What the hell are you doing here?!
RAYNOR
I'm pullin' your ass out've the fire, Arcturus. So shut up and sit tight. Make no mistake about it; we've got us a serious score to settle, but right now a mutual acquaintance of ours wants you alive. Prepare your ships for dimensional recall.
DUGALLE
This is intolerable! They're escaping right out from under us! Track them! Track them!
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"EMPEROR'S FALL (BIRDS OF WAR)"
UED command center, near the outskirts of
Augustgrad; capital city of Korhal
Mission Briefing:
Terran Command Center
Captain, Admiral DuGalle has ordered a final tactical meeting before the siege of Augustgrad commences. I'll patch you through to his war room.
Gerard DuGalle
Ah, Captain, we've been expecting you. As you may have guessed, we are coordinating our final attack plans. You should know, that even though Mengsk cannot reinforce his numbers, his standing forces are substantial. Mengsk is an accomplished tactician so you had best be wary of any counter attacks he may attempt.
Alexei Stukov
And, Captain, remember that although we disabled Mengsk's nuclear capabilities, he still commands a large number of Battlecruisers. We suspect that he will use these ships against us at every turn. Be on your guard, Captain. Show this 'Emperor' what the UED thinks of his rule.
Game:
ADJUTANT
Captain, I'm tracking the Dominion Flagship, Norad III, in low orbit. Emperor Mengsk may be attempting an escape. Recieving incoming transmission.
MENGSK
This is Emperor Mengsk of the Terran Dominion. I wish to parlay with your Executive Officer at once!
DUGALLE
So, the elusive Arcturus Mengsk at last. I was hoping to speak with you before we finished our business here. I am Admiral Gerard DuGalle, and I must commend you, Sir, for holding back our advance for as long as you have. You are indeed a worthy opponent.
MENGSK
My thanks to you, Sir. But you must know that your victory here means little to me. It might have taken me awhile, but I did over- throw the Confederacy. I'll overthrow your rule as well.
DUGALLE
That seems unlikely, Sir, seeing as how you'll be publicly executed along with the rest of your ranking officers.
MENGSK
You wouldn't dare!
DUGALLE
Hah! The man who crowns himself 'Emperor' speaks to me of daring? You have far outlived your reputation 'citizen' Mengsk. Captain, prepare to take the Emperor into custody.
RAYNOR
You'll have to postpone those plans, gentlemen.
ADJUTANT
Sir, the Rebel Command Ship, Hyperion, has just entered our sensor range. It is accompanied by a small Protoss Fleet.
DUGALLE
What? Who are these intruders!
MENGSK
Jim Raynor... What the hell are you doing here?!
RAYNOR
I'm pullin' your ass out've the fire, Arcturus. So shut up and sit tight. Make no mistake about it; we've got us a serious score to settle, but right now a mutual acquaintance of ours wants you alive. Prepare your ships for dimensional Recall.
DUGALLE
This is intolerable! They're escaping right out from under us! Track them! Track them!
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"EMPEROR'S FLIGHT"
UED flagship, Aleksander, en route to the
planet Aiur
Mission Briefing:
Terran Command Center
Captain, we have tracked the fugitives Mengsk and Raynor to the devastated Protoss homeworld of Aiur. Apparently, these two have taken shelter within a fortified Protoss encampment that lies at the base of a fully functional warp gate...
Gerard DuGalle
I don't understand this. Why would the Protoss harbor these men?
Alexei Stukov
I have no idea, Gerard, but the Protoss aren't our only problem. Our sensors have identified multiple Zerg broods surrounding the Protoss base. Presently, the broods seem to be passive, but there's no telling what might set them off. Should the broods attack, we'd be hard pressed to hold them at bay.
Gerard DuGalle
I see. It is a risk we'll need to take. Mengsk represents a considerable threat to our agenda and must be eliminated. Captain, you will focus your attack against the rebel command center in the middle of the Protoss encampment. That must be where Mengsk and Raynor are hiding. We will deploy our own Valkyrie frigates and tighten up our air defenses. Vice Admiral Stukov and Lieutenant Duran will provide cover for your forces, and insure that no external threats interfere with your mission.
Game:
STUKOV
Captain, the warp gate at the center of the Protoss encampment has been activated! Our sensors show that the gate's energies are inciting the Zerg to attack. Be prepared for anything, Captain.
STUKOV
Good work, Captain. The command center is destroyed, but it looks like Mengsk and Raynor will try to escape through the warp gate. Make ready to move in and intercept their vessel before...
Wait, I've just picked up multiple Zerg signals coming in from the northeast. That's Duran's position, but he seems to have moved his forces out of place! Lieutenant Duran, this is Stukov! Come in! I'm tracking a massive Zerg swarm in your quadrant! Respond, damnit!
DURAN
That is strange, Vice Admiral. My scanners don't show any Zerg at all. Maybe you have a technical problem with your equipment?
STUKOV
Lieutenant, if these Zerg get through, we'll never be able to capture Mengsk! I'm giving you a direct order to return to your position and reinforce my troops!
DURAN
Oh, I'm sorry sir, but it seems your signal's... fading out. I couldn't... make out that last part. I'll try to... reestablish contact later.
STUKOV
Duran! Captain, your position will be overrun by superior Zerg numbers within fifteen minutes. I suggest you retreat back to the fleet immediately. Inform Admiral DuGalle that I have a personal matter to take care of...
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"PATRIOT'S BLOOD"
UED flagship, Aleksander, holding perimeter
orbit over the planet Braxis
Mission Briefing:
Terran Command Center
Admiral, the fugitives Mengsk and Raynor escaped through the warp gate due to the intervention of the Zerg. But shortly before our forces were overrun, Vice Admiral Stukov took control of a large contingent of troops and came here to the planet Braxis.
Gerard DuGalle
Why would he abandon the battle on Aiur?
Why has he come back to Braxis?
Samir Duran
I mean no offense, Admiral. But perhaps Stukov's loyalties are not as strong as you once believed.
Gerard DuGalle
Because you are young and foolish, Lieutenant, I will pardon that insult. Alexei and I have been friends since long before you were born. However, he must be found. If Stukov is here, he will account for his actions.
Terran Command Center
Admiral, our sensors have detected a fully functional Psi Disrupter on the planet's surface directly below our position. It would appear that the Vice Admiral did not destroy the Psi Disrupter on Tarsonis as was ordered.
Gerard DuGalle
What? Impossible!
Samir Duran
I warned you Admiral! Stukov has betrayed you! He's reconstructed the Psi Disrupter in order to sabotage your mission in this sector!
Gerard DuGalle
I can't believe it. Yet the evidence is incontrovertible. Alexei, what have you done?
Perhaps you've been right all along, Lieutenant. On my authority, enter the Psi Disrupter... and... deal with the Vice Admiral appropriately...
Samir Duran
Of course, Admiral.
Game:
MARINE
Lieutenant, hang tight for a sec' while we clear the entrance.
MARINE
They've locked the door. Set the bomb!
ADJUTANT
Unauthorized entry detected.
MARINE
We're in. This room's clear!
MARINE
Medic!
CIVILIAN
What's up?
MARINE
Where's Stukov?
CIVILIAN
Don't tell those traitors anything Harry!
MARINE
Wax'em boys!
CIVILIAN
Help!
CIVILIAN
I'm outta here!
MARINE
Uh, how do you work this damn thing?
MARINE
Computer... locate Admiral Stukov.
ADJUTANT
Access code denied.
MARINE
Another computer. Says "Hit any key?"
Well... well... which ones the "any key"?
ADJUTANT
Security cameras activated.
ADJUTANT
Goliath repair bay located in sector 4.
MARINE
If we can get over there we might be able to hi-jack those Goliaths.
MARINE
Hey boys we could sure use those Goliaths. Get over there and commandeer them.
MARINE
Hey you! Get over here with that SCV and repair our Goliaths.
CIVILIAN
Don't shoot! I'll do it!
ADJUTANT
Outer installation walls have been breached. Tracking multiple Zerg signals throughout the Psi Disrupter's interior.
MARINE
What the hell? How did Zerg get in here? Captain we may have
a huge infestation problem.
DUGALLE
This proves that Duran's working with the Zerg! Captain, don't let a single Zerg stand in your way. We need this Disrupter now more than ever!
MARINE
Sir, it looks like this corridor has been lined with defensive autoguns. If we can lure the Zerg in here, they'll be cut to shreds!
MARINE
hehe... I love the smell of toasted zerglin's in the morning.
MARINE
Ugh, oh man... poor Johnny.
MARINE
Medic!
MARINE
We'll need Duran to open this door.
ADJUTANT
Access code denied.
CIVILIAN
Hey! Who's messing with the computers? Oh.
MARINE
Gimme the damn access codes before I blow an agression inhibitor!
CIVILIAN
I ain't tell'n you nothing!
CIVILIAN
Wait! I'll tell you. It's ... "Farnham."!
ADJUTANT
Access code accepted.
MARINE
Thanks...
MARINE
Uh... oops... heh
ADJUTANT
Security cameras activated.
ADJUTANT
Vice Admiral Stukov detected in sector 8.
FIREBAT
Need a light?
FIREBAT
Fire it up.
DURAN
Vice Admiral Stukov, I am here under orders to terminate your command.
STUKOV
Lieutenant Duran. I'm not surprised. We both know exactly what it is that you're here to terminate. Get on with it.
DURAN
Say goodnight, Stukov.
STUKOV
To hell with y- !
DUGALLE
Lieutenant Duran, report your situation immediately!
STUKOV
Gerard... old friend. You do indeed have a traitor in your midst... but it's not me. Duran. He has been playing us both from the start... He convinced you to destroy the Psi Disrupter... even though it was our best chance at defeating the Zerg. And then, on Aiur, ...he allowed the Zerg to overrun us even as we had the fugitives in our grasp. I came here... to activate the one hope we have of defeating them... And you killed me for it. Heh, heh... Duran is your enemy Gerard. I suspect... that he may even be infested as well... Use the Disrupter, Gerard... Finish our operation... Let my death have at least some meaning.
DUGALLE
Alexei! No! What have I done? What have I done? Computer, where the hell is Lieutenant Duran?
ADJUTANT
The Lieutenant no longer registers on my sensors, Admiral. He appears to have vanished.
DUGALLE
No.
ADJUTANT
Self destruct sequence initiated.
ADJUTANT
Sir, the Disrupter's power core has just been set to overload. In order to prevent meltdown, you will need to reach the manual override terminal and shut the reactor core down.
DUGALLE
It must have been Duran. You men served the Vice Admiral loyally. I ask that you continue to serve his memory by keeping this Disrupter in one piece! Now get going and find that override terminal!
ADJUTANT
10 seconds to detonation.
ADJUTANT
5 seconds to detonation.
MARINE
We gotta move.
MARINE
Heh, check that out. They're trapped.
MARINE
Lookout!
MARINE
Damn, door's locked.
ADJUTANT
Security cameras activated.
MARINES
Oh man! How the hell are we going to get by all them zerglings?
MEDIC
Prepped and ready.
MARINE
I hate computers.
ADJUTANT
Security cameras activated.
ADJUTANT
Reactor Core shutdown sequence initiated.
DUGALLE
Good work, Captain. I want this Psi Disrupter kept on full power around the clock. I'll leave a garrison here to protect it as well. Prepare the fleet to move out. We are going to the planet Char to claim that cursed Overmind!
And may heaven help Duran for what he has done this day.
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"TO CHAIN THE BEAST"
UED flagship, Aleksander, low orbit over the
planet Char
Mission Briefing:
Terran Command Center
Captain, with the Psi Disrupter's signal hampering the Zergs' communications to one another, the Swarms over Char have scattered in disarray, allowing the fleet to penetrate to the planet's surface. However, there is still a considerable number of defenders nestled around the fledgling Overmind.
Gerard DuGalle
Alexei was right. The Disrupter is the key to victory here. If I had destroyed the machine as Duran suggested we would never have made it this far... Nevertheless, the time is upon us, Captain, to do what we came here for. We will claim the Overmind in the name of Humanity!
Terran Command Center
Be advised, Captain: our sensors have identified three cerebrates who constitute the core of the Overmind's defenses. Each cerebrate's distinct capabilities are still unknown, so proceed with extreme caution.
Gerard DuGalle
Launch your forces and let not a Zerg survive! Once you have reached the Overmind and crushed its defenders, you are to send in specially trained medics who will pacify the creature with potent Neurostim drugs. Only then will our victory be assured.
And Captain, remember that Duran is still out there somewhere. I'd venture a guess that his treachery has only just begun. Be careful and good luck. I am sure that this will be our finest hour.
Game:
MARINE
Sir, these sunken colonies aren't being effected by anything we hit 'em with. I'll bet there's one of those cerebrate critters pumpin' 'em full of energy nearby.
MARINE
Sir, we've eighty-sixed this cerebrate! We shouldn't run up against any smacked-up ultralisks anytime soon!
MARINE
Sir, this cerebrate's been whacked! We shouldn't have anymore trouble with those sunken colonies!
GHOST
Captain, we've reached the perimeter of the Overmind's nesting area. We can launch the Med Team at any time, Sir.
MARINE
Sir, we've just had a whole cargo-ship full of whoop-ass dumped on us! We ran into a new strain of ultralisk and it took a lot o' pepper to bring it down. To top it all off, our recon squad reports that the critter's been reincarnated by a nearby cerebrate and is on its way back for more!
GHOST
Captain, the medics are in place and are administering the Neurostim treatments to the Overmind.
DURAN
Uh, excuse me Admiral. But I'd like to introduce someone to you...
DUGALLE
Duran? You son of a bitch, what's the meaning of this?
KERRIGAN
Admiral DuGalle. I've heard a lot about you.
DUGALLE
Who the... What the hell are you?
KERRIGAN
I am Kerrigan. The Zerg you've killed here and the Overmind which you've come to collect... are mine. As is our mutual friend Lieutenant Duran. You see, Admiral... there are a number of groups in this sector who feel that your involvement here causes certain complications. My associates and I intend to make sure that your reign is short lived.
DUGALLE
You may find that difficult, you abomination, seeing as how I possess the means to disrupt your control of the Zerg.
KERRIGAN
Ah, you're referring to your vaunted Psi Disrupter. It won't last you forever, Admiral. Sooner or later, I'll destroy it. Then I'll show you what the Zerg are really capable of.
Oh, and by the way, Admiral: Your friend Stukov was twice the man you are. I'm glad you saved me the trouble of having to kill him...
TOP
Cinematic: UED Victory Report
UEN: UNITED EARTH NETWORK
SPECIAL REPORT
WAR UPDATE
* CHAR 5.5.872
* CHAR falls under
Directorate control
* Directorate forces in Orbit around CHAR
* Funeral for
a Hero
* Directorate Flagship
DSS Aleksander
* [Start Stukov's Obituary]
ALEXI STUKOV
Vice Admiral
Born 06/09/822 GD
Died 04/23/822 GD
Alexi Stukov, a proud father of four, gave his life
in the final assault on Char. Under his command,
Directorate forces were able to break through the
massive defenses the Zerg had around Char.
His funeral not only was for him, but it represented
all of the lives lost in the Galactic War for Domination,
or GWD.
[End Stukov's Obituary]
* Directorate Project
"Black Flag" - CHAR
* (C UEN Productions 872 GD)
Transcript:
- Zerg!
- The very mention of this terrifying race once brought fear to all who heard it.
- But now we can all rest easy, as our own forces now occupy their very home world of, Char.
(Char 5.5.872)
- Months have passed since our initial confrontation with the Zerg.
- And now Directorate forces have taken control of the planet Char, long since rumored to
- cradle the malevolent Overmind of the Zerg.
- The Overmind itself, an enormous living brain like entity, dictates control of all the myriad
- Zerg forces, and it was believed to be planning the invasion of the Earth itself.
- Once on the offensive, our highly trained Directorate forces were more than a match for the beast-like Zerg.
- Even their fiercest warrior breed could not defeat the greatest military technology in the galaxy.
- The Zerg forces on Char were completely decimated, and their losses were tallied in the millions.
- But all wars have casualties, and while Directorate losses were minimal,
- the fleet's vice-Admiral Stukov gave his life during the final valiant assault on Char.
- Memorial services were held aboard the Directorate flagship Aleksander.
- Vice-Admiral Stukov truly knew the meaning of sacrifice.
- Yet his sacrifice was not in vain. The Overmind itself was the prize of the battle.
- Even now Directorate Psychics and powerful drugs are keeping the creature pacified.
- The Overmind will undergo extensive research to insure the continued safety
- of the United Earth Directorate and of all mankind.
(C UEN Productions 872 GD)
..
Zerg Campaign
* [INTRO]
* 1. Vile Disruption
* 2. Reign of Fire
* 3. The Kel-Morian Combine
* 4. The Liberation of Korhal
* 5. True Colors
* 6. Fury of the Swarm
* 7. Drawing of the Web
* 8. To Slay the Beast
* 9. The Reckoning
* [NARRATIVE]
* Bonus: Dark Origins
* [NARRATIVE]
* 10. Omega
* Cinematic: The Ascension
* Brood War Epilogue
Bonus
* Deception
ZERG CAMPAIGN: THE QUEEN OF BLADES
The forces of the United Earth Directorate have taken control of the planet Char and enslaved the ravenous broods of the fledgling Overmind. With the Directorate's powerful Psi Disrupter negating Kerrigan's control over the remaining broods, the UED remains uncontested in its domination of the sector.
Kerrigan, having sought out a band of unlikely allies, now plans to destroy the Psi Disrupter and sever the UED's control of the Overmind.
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"VILE DISRUPTION"
Kerrigan's Fortress, on the planet Tarsonis
Mission Briefing:
Infested Kerrigan
Greetings, Cerebrate. By now you've realized that I've severed your connection with the Overmind and your renegade brethren. Understand, it's nothing personal. I just can't risk you falling under their influence. You're mine now. Serve me unquestioningly, and I'll let you live.
Samir Duran
My Queen, pardon me for interrupting, but the visitors you have been expecting have arrived.
Infested Kerrigan
Finally. They certainly took their time.
Jim Raynor
Yeah, well none of us were in any real hurry to get here, Sarah.
Infested Kerrigan
Still suspicious of my motives, Jimmy?
Jim Raynor
Always.
Infested Kerrigan
Heh. When I contacted you both on Aiur, I told you about the new Overmind and about the UED that seeks to control it. Well, the UED has done it. They've tamed the Overmind and now control most of the Zerg broods in this sector. That's why I've asked for your help.
Fenix
You want us to help you defeat the UED so that you alone will rule the Zerg!
Infested Kerrigan
Wrong, Fenix. I want to defeat them because if we don't, they'll clamp down on this sector, and enslave us all! You know I'm right Jim. You've studied the history of Earth, you know what the UED's agenda is. Taking control of the Zerg is only the beginning for them.
Jim Raynor
Maybe... I don't know...
Samir Duran
My Queen, again I beg your pardon for this interruption, but we have a very serious problem!
Infested Kerrigan
Perfect timing... Gentlemen, we'll need to finish this conversation later... continue, Duran.
Samir Duran
The Psi Disrupter's signal has reached us here on Tarsonis and shattered the unity of your broods! Within the past few hours, your minions have turned on each other and left their hive clusters to run out of control!
Infested Kerrigan
This is just what I need. Cerebrate, take the few Zerg still under my control and do what you can to stem any further damage to the hive clusters. I can't afford to have them destroyed by my own minions!
Game:
DURAN
My Queen, the hive structures are not responding to the Cerebrate's commands! There is no way to reinforce your warriors!
KERRIGAN
Cerebrate, you'll have to make due with the warriors you have. Slaughter the dissident Zerg in my name!
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"REIGN OF FIRE"
High orbit over the planet Braxis
Mission Briefing:
Infested Kerrigan
The Psi Disrupter is causing me some very serious problems. Although I've regained control of my forces here, it's taking more and more concentration just to keep them in line.
Jim Raynor
Aww... My heart's breaking for you, Kerrigan. Now exactly why was it that you asked Fenix and I to bring Mengsk to you?
Infested Kerrigan
Are you still suspicious that I'll kill him for abandoning me to the Zerg? I've gotten over it, Jim. We can't afford to let petty hatreds jeopardize our plans for the UED.
Arcturus Mengsk
That's reassuring.
Infested Kerrigan
Arcturus... I presume you found your cold-sleep chamber... accommodating?
Arcturus Mengsk
What is the meaning of this, Kerrigan?
Infested Kerrigan
Straight to the point, huh? I was hoping to chat. It's been awhile.
Arcturus Mengsk
Not long enough. Why have I been brought here?
Infested Kerrigan
I need your Psi Emitters, Arcturus.
Arcturus Mengsk
Why?
Infested Kerrigan
Remember the Confederate Psi Disrupter that you could never find? Well, the UED found it. And it's preventing me from controlling my minions. With the help of your Psi Emitters, I can gather up enough Zerg to destroy the Disrupter and confront the UED.
Arcturus Mengsk
And what are you offering me in return?
Infested Kerrigan
Hah. Ever the politician. All right, 'Emperor', if you help me destroy the Disrupter, I'll help you retake Korhal from the UED.
Arcturus Mengsk
Hmm... a tempting offer. What assurances do I have of you fulfilling your end of the bargain?
Infested Kerrigan
The only thing I can assure you of, Arcturus, is that without my help, you'll be the Emperor of your own little eight by eight cell for the rest of your life.
Arcturus Mengsk
I see that you're still a persuasive speaker. All right, Kerrigan. I'll lend you some Emitters, but this had better be worth it.
Game:
RAYNOR
All right boys and girls, listen up! Our objective is to locate and disable the Psi Disrupter's primary power generator. Once we've done that, we'll turn the mission over to Mengsk and Kerrigan. Let's move out!
GHOST
I'm gone...
MARINE
Go! Go! Go!
RAYNOR
Kerrigan, the generator's off-line. You can send down the Psi
Emitter at any time.
KERRIGAN
Good work, Jim.
MENGSK
The Psi Emitter will be carried by one of my SCV's. With the Disrupter's power cut, the Emitter should be able to get the attention of any renegade Zerg near it. The SCV will then be able to lure the Zerg back to your base. Once the Zerg arrive there, you'll be able to assert direct control over them.
KERRIGAN
Perfect! With these Zerg I can construct a new hive cluster! Once my forces have grown strong enough, I can assault the Psi Disrupter directly!
KERRIGAN
Excellent work! Although these Zerg are now under my control, I sense that there are more Zerg out there. We must lure as many of them here as possible!
SCV
Um, with all due respect to Miss Kerrigan sir. These critters make me nervous as hell. I sure would appreciate some immediate evac.
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"THE KEL-MORIAN COMBINE"
Command ship Hyperion, orbiting the planet Moria
Mission Briefing:
Fenix
Now that the Psi Disrupter has been destroyed and Kerrigan has regained control of her minions, I fear that she will forget our pact and turn on us.
Jim Raynor
I know what you mean, Fenix. I'd love to believe that she's on the level, but there's a part of me that just knows better. However, I do believe that she's serious about taking out the UED. The only real question left is what happens to us when she wins.
Arcturus Mengsk
If you ask me, she's completely untrustworthy. But, so long as she'll help me retake Korhal, I'll work with her.
Jim Raynor
Shut up, Arcturus. If I wanted your damn opinion, I would've beaten it out of ya'. And in case you forgot, you're the reason she became what she is in the first place!
Infested Kerrigan
You boys should really learn to play nice with each other.
Fenix
Kerrigan, are your forces ready to assault Korhal as we planned?
Infested Kerrigan
Nearly. I still need a substantial cache of resources in order to build up my primary hive clusters. I'm wondering if you gentlemen wouldn't mind going on a fuel raid for me?
Jim Raynor
It sounds like you've already got a plan. What are ya' thinkin'?
Infested Kerrigan
I'm thinking that we should pay the Kel-Morian Combine a little visit. Moria is one of the largest resource nodes in the sector. If you can bypass their defenses, and steal enough resources from them, we'll be able to afford a full-scale assault on Korhal.
Jim Raynor
It's risky, but I think we can handle it. Fenix, are you into this?
Fenix
If it betters our chances, I will lead the assault myself.
Jim Raynor
Great. Let's get moving.
Samir Duran
Do you think they suspect anything, my Queen?
Infested Kerrigan
Of course. They aren't stupid, Duran. They're siding with the evil they know over the evil they don't... They simply don't yet realize what it will cost them.
Game:
KERRIGAN
Cerebrate, I want you to infest as many Terran command centers as possible. Once they're infested, we'll be able to use them in our coming assault on Korhal.
KERRIGAN
Remember, Cerebrate, we'll need at least ten thousand units of crystals to maintain the hive clusters. Don't come back with anything less!
FENIX
It is difficult to believe that I am working along side my greatest enemy in order to save this sector. Fortune has been whimsical of late.
RAYNOR
You sound like a tired old man, Fenix!
FENIX
Don't let the fact that I am three hundred and sixty eight years older than you dull your impression of me, young Raynor. I can still... how do you Terrans say it... "Throw down with the best of them!"
RAYNOR
I stand corrected.
FENIX
It is strange that this Kel-Morian Combine continues to operate while the UED grips the Dominion with an iron fist. I'll never underestimate the motivational effects of Terran greed again!
FENIX
I prefer large scale battles over these covert missions. My heart longs for the epic struggles of my youth, to go into battle alongside my Protoss brethren again. Ah, but time will tell all things.
FENIX
Kerrigan, we have reached our resource quota, and will be returning to Tarsonis.
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"THE LIBERATION OF KORHAL"
High orbit over the UED capital world, Korhal
Mission Briefing:
Infested Kerrigan
You have all performed superbly. Especially you, Fenix. My hive clusters are brimming with energy and my broods are stronger than ever.
Arcturus Mengsk
Then let's waste no time! Every moment we sit here means that the UED's defenses will be that much stronger! And I want nothing to stand between us and the retaking of my planet!
Infested Kerrigan
You're right, Arcturus. The time to strike the UED is now. But remember that we're up against one of the most heavily defended planets in the sector. Laying siege to Korhal won't be easy. Not only does the UED control a substantial standing army, but may have Zerg reinforcements as well.
Raynor, you and Fenix will strike at the more outlying fortification, while my forces are busy assaulting the main UED base at Augustgrad.
Arcturus Mengsk
We've discussed this plan a hundred times! Commence the damn attack!
Infested Kerrigan
Hah... Very well, Arcturus. Before the next sunrise, Korhal will be yours once again.
Game:
KERRIGAN
As I suspected... The UED has sent its pet Zerg to reinforce their troops. But strangely enough, there aren't very many Zerg attacking. Maybe the UED is having more difficulty controlling the Overmind than I thought?
KERRIGAN
Excellent work, my Cerebrate! The UED's defenses are broken. Arcturus, you may take possession of this world with my blessings.
MENGSK
Don't be snide, Kerrigan. This was part of the deal, remember? I've earned this... I am Emperor of the Dominion again. I'll be sending General Duke to establish my base of operations in Augustgrad.
KERRIGAN
I hope you make the most of your reign...
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"TRUE COLORS"
Outskirts of Augustgrad
Early morning
Mission Briefing:
Infested Kerrigan
Cerebrate, Duran, the time has come to separate the chaff from the wheat. Now that the UED's power base is broken on this world, only their forces on Char pose any significant threat to me. It's time to move to the second phase of my plan.
Samir Duran
And what of your allies here on Korhal, my Queen? What would you have done with them?
Infested Kerrigan
They are of no further use to me. Though they have proven themselves useful, it might be dangerous to allow them to live. Without the services of General Duke, Mengsk will be easy to deal with. But Raynor and Fenix are uncannily resourceful. They must all be eradicated. Cerebrate, I want both General Duke's and Fenix's bases destroyed. Leave no one alive.
Samir Duran
My Queen, if I may suggest a strategy? Both the Protoss and Terran forces are resting after our previous victory. If we attack immediately, while most of them are asleep and unaware, we can whittle down their defenses with relative ease!
Infested Kerrigan
Clever. How long after our initial attack can we expect them to regroup and retaliate?
Samir Duran
I'd say in 6 minutes.
Infested Kerrigan
That only gives us enough time to launch a surprise attack against one base. But it is a sound plan. Cerebrate, feel free to launch your initial attack against either base. Failure is not an option. Slaughter them all in my name!
Game:
MARINE:
All units prepare for retaliation! Kerrigan caught us with our pants down, but it's time to start givin' some back!
KERRIGAN:
Continue your attack, Cerebrate. Their defenses won't last long against us.
CIVILIAN:
What's up?
CIVILIAN:
How y'all doin?
DUKE:
Well, well, well. If it isn't little Kerrigan. I had a feelin' we'd be meetin' each other again. You've got a lot to answer for, little girl.
KERRIGAN:
General Duke. You know I always wanted to have you killed. This is kind of exciting for me.
DUKE:
Do your worst then, girl. You ain't takin' Edmund Duke without a fight!
MENGSK:
Kerrigan, you murdering bitch! We had a deal!
KERRIGAN:
Oh, come on, Arcturus. Did you really think I'd allow you to come into power again? You practically fed me to the Zerg on Tarsonis! You're directly responsible for the hell I've been through! Did you honestly think I'd let you get away with that?
MENGSK:
But you said revenge was secondary to defeating the UED!
KERRIGAN:
I lied. I liberated this planet because it was the UED's primary staging point, not because I was under any obligation to you. I used you to destroy the Psi Disrupter. And now that I've got my Broods back, you're no longer necessary for my plans. I think I'll leave you here, Arcturus, among the ashes of your precious Dominion. I want you to live to see me rise to power. And I want you to always remember in your most private moments that it was you who turned me loose in the first place.
FENIX:
This is a betrayal, most foul, Kerrigan! We were fools to have gone along with this charade!
KERRIGAN:
You're right, Fenix. I used you to get the job done, and you played along just like I knew you would. You Protoss are all so headstrong and predictable, you are your own worst enemies.
FENIX:
That's ironic. I can remember Tassadar teaching you a very similar lesson on Char.
KERRIGAN:
I took that lesson to heart, Praetor. Now, are you ready to die a second time?
FENIX:
The Khala awaits me, Kerrigan. And although I am prepared to face my destiny, you'll not find me easy prey!
KERRIGAN:
Then that shall be your epitaph.
RAYNOR:
Fenix! No!
KERRIGAN:
What are you worried about, Jim? He died the way all Protoss hope to: In combat!
RAYNOR:
He died because you betrayed him. How many noble souls do you need to consume before you're satisfied? How many more people need to die before you realize what you've become?
KERRIGAN:
You don't even know what you're talking about, Jim!
RAYNOR:
Don't I? I'll see you dead for this, Kerrigan. For Fenix and all the others who got caught between you and your mad quest for power!
KERRIGAN:
Tough talk, Jimmy. But I don't think you have what it takes to be a killer.
RAYNOR:
It may not be tomorrow, darlin'. It may not even happen with an army at my back. But rest assured: I'm the man who's going to kill you some day. I'll be seein' you.
KERRIGAN:
It is done, Cerebrate. They've all been destroyed. Let us return to Tarsonis to rest. For the first time since my transfiguration I am wearied of the slaughter.
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"FURY OF THE SWARM"
Kerrigan's Fortress, on the planet Tarsonis
Two days later
Mission Briefing:
Infested Duran
My Queen, our scouts have just discovered a massive wave of Zerg in high orbit. Hundreds of Zerg have landed upon Tarsonis and are even now approaching our location! A number of our outposts are already under attack by the renegade Swarm!
Infested Kerrigan
So, the UED is testing out their control of their pet Overmind. I had hoped to lay low after we razed Korhal, but it seems the UED is intent on forcing my hand.
Infested Duran
Shall I rally your forces, my Queen?
Infested Kerrigan
Yes. We've got to defend our remaining outposts and make sure that the renegades can't gain a foothold in our immediate vicinity. Once we've secured our perimeter, we'll begin to take the fight to their hive clusters.
Game:
DURAN
My Queen, we have located a small Terran facility towards the rear of the Renegades' landing zone. There appears to be a number of UED scientists working within the compound, but we are unable to determine the purpose of their presence...
KERRIGAN
I know what they're up to. I suspected that the UED's control of the Overmind was tenuous. Tarsonis is too remote for them to maintain direct control over the Swarms, so they've sent these 'scientists' to coordinate their attack.
DURAN
Cerebrate, focus your attacks against the Terran facility. All of the UED scientists must be killed. Only then will we be able to finish off these Renegade Zerg.
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"DRAWING OF THE WEB"
Holding orbit over the planet Shakuras
Mission Briefing:
Infested Kerrigan
Cerebrate, it's time we returned to Shakuras. I have some unfinished business with the Dark Templar Matriarch, Raszagal. I'll need to steal her from her tribe before we can finally assault the Overmind on Char. However, her defenders will not simply allow us to take her away.
Infested Duran
The pylon clusters are generating some sort of electromagnetic field that is preventing our flyers from maneuvering. We won't have any air support at all.
Infested Kerrigan
Then we'll need some new strategy...
Infested Duran
Perhaps it would be best if we staged some kind of diversion, my Queen, and claimed the Matriarch during the confusion.
Infested Kerrigan
What did you have in mind, Duran?
Infested Duran
The Protoss outpost of Talematros is built upon a large mesa and is essentially impregnable to ground attacks. However, Talematros is fueled and supported by a number of adjacent pylon clusters. I believe that if we can cause a surge within those pylon clusters, we can cause Talematros' power grids to overload. The resulting explosion will be the perfect cover for retrieving the Matriarch.
Infested Kerrigan
Clean, simple, devious. I like it. Make it happen Duran. Cerebrate, you'll provide cover for Duran as he infiltrates the pylon clusters. Let nothing stand in our way!
Game:
DURAN
Pylon cluster set to overload.
DURAN
Charges set.
DURAN
This cluster is ready to overload.
DURAN
Pylon cluster set to overload.
DURAN
Charges set.
DURAN
My Queen, the last charge is set. Talematros will explode
on your command.
KERRIGAN
Very well. Cerebrate, send my minions down to the planet and have them retrieve the Matriarch. Duran, ignite the charges!
DURAN
Ignition commencing.
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"TO SLAY THE BEAST"
Infested platform over the planet Char; Kerrigan's base of operations
Mission Briefing:
Infested Kerrigan
The time is finally upon us, my minions, to destroy the wretched Overmind and the last of its Renegade Cerebrates. We can count on the UED providing us with heavy resistance, but not even they can stand in our way. Now that the Matriarch, Raszagal is in my custody, I possess the means to attack the Overmind with impunity.
Samir Duran
But my Queen, I thought only the Dark Templar's energies could harm the Overmind and its Cerebrates. Even with the numerous Broods at your command, any attack we launch against the Renegades will be in vain.
Infested Kerrigan
Not so, Duran. As a matter of fact, I'm expecting my secret weapon to be arriving very soon.
Samir Duran
As you say, my Queen. But I still don't understand wh-
We are recieving a transmission from an unidentified Protoss Carrier...
Infested Kerrigan
That's what I love about the Protoss... They're so punctual.
Zeratul
Kerrigan, this is Zeratul. I demand to know why you've taken our Matriarch.
Infested Kerrigan
Actually, Zeratul, she's not the one I'm truly interested in. I stole her to get to you. You see, I need you and your brethren to kill the Overmind for me. The only way I had of assuring your cooperation was to take away that which you value most. However, I give you my word that once you've killed the Overmind, I'll allow her to return to you.
Zeratul
As if your word held any value...
Raszagal
Zeratul, my faithful servant. You must aid Kerrigan in this endeavor. The Overmind is our common enemy. It must be destroyed to insure that our people will survive!
Zeratul
You ask me to aid this vile creature?
Raszagal
I do not ask this for myself. Nor do I ask it on Kerrigan's behalf. I ask you to do this for our people, Zeratul. Obey me as you always have... Trust in my judgement.
Zeratul
Very well, Matriarch. The Overmind will die this day.
Game:
ZERATUL
It's done, Kerrigan. The Overmind is dead as you wished. Now I demand that you release the Matriarch at once!
KERRIGAN
Of course. Raszagal, do you wish to return to your tribe?
RASZAGAL
No, my Queen. I wish only to serve you and remain at your side.
ZERATUL
What treachery is this, Kerrigan? This pathetic creature cannot possibly be Raszagal!
KERRIGAN
Ha ha ha. I promised that I'd allow her to return to you, Zeratul. But it looks to me like she doesn't want to go.
ZERATUL
You have corrupted her! Somehow you have poisoned her thoughts. Restore her to her rightful self, or you will pay dearly for this offense, Kerrigan!
KERRIGAN
All right, Zeratul, you've got me. I made your Matriarch my slave long before I joined you on Shakuras. She made the mistake of underestimating my power just like everyone else did. And now she's paid the price.
With her as my puppet I was able to eradicate the Renegades on Shakuras, and use you to kill the Overmind. And as you can see, your leader belongs to me now. Not bad, huh?
ZERATUL
We shall see, Kerrigan. We shall see...
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"THE RECKONING"
Somewhere on the planet Char
Six hours later
Mission Briefing:
Infested Duran
My Queen, with the Overmind and its cerebrates destroyed, all of the Zerg in this sector have reverted to your direct control. The remnants of the UED fleet have fled the planet, but I have no idea how many functional ships they still possess.
We have finished relocating your primary hive clusters to this orbital platform. However, we do have a problem. Somehow, Zeratul and his brethren were able to bypass our defenses and steal their Matriarch away from us.
Infested Kerrigan
Damn Zeratul! He is a formidable adversary. Where have they run to, Duran?
Infested Duran
Our scouts report that they have regrouped with a number of Protoss survivors on the surface of Char. The Matriarch is being held within a stasis cell, leading me to suspect that the Protoss will attempt to take her home to Shakuras.
Infested Kerrigan
Heh. They still believe that she can be saved from my influence... Zeratul will be very disappointed to learn that Raszagal is beyond redemption. How much time before their fleet is ready to debark for Shakuras?
Infested Duran
They will be capable of dimensional recall within thirty minutes, my Queen.
Infested Kerrigan
That may be all the time we need. Cerebrate, mobilize all of my broods and send them to the surface of Char. I want you to bring both the Matriarch and Zeratul to me alive. Terminate the remaining Protoss with extreme prejudice.
Game:
DURAN
My Queen, the Cerebrate was too slow! The Protoss are escaping!
ZERATUL
Damn you, Kerrigan, for what I must do!
RASZAGAL
Thank you, Zeratul... You have freed me from her vile control at last. You have always served me with honor... Thus I must ask you... to watch over my tribe... Into your hands I give the future.
KERRIGAN
I can hardly believe this! You've killed your own Matriarch!
ZERATUL
Better that I killed her, than let her live as your slave, Kerrigan.
KERRIGAN
Well, I have misjudged you, warrior. You are worthy, indeed. You are free to go.
ZERATUL
What?
KERRIGAN
I said, you are free to go. I've already taken your honor. I'll let you live, because I know that from now on, your every waking moment will be torture. You'll never be able to forgive yourself for what I've forced you to do. And that, Zeratul, is a better revenge than I could have ever dreamed of.
ZERATUL
You will regret this decision, Kerrigan. We shall meet again.
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[NARRATIVE]
Uncharacteristically true to her word, Kerrigan allowed Zeratul and a few of his brethren to leave the planet Char with their lives. These weary, battered Protoss set their course for the planet Shakuras with the hopes of finding their comrade Artanis and any other survivors of Kerrigan's wrath...
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"DARK ORIGIN"
Mission Briefing:
Zeratul
My friends, we have suffered a great defeat. Our Matriarch is dead, our fleets have been scattered across the Astral Winds, and Kerrigan has gained complete control over the Zerg Swarms.
Yet as always, we must struggle onward. Our immediate priority is to find Artanis and his warriors. Once we have made contact with him we can return to Shakuras and plan our next moves.
Protoss High Templar
Prelate Zeratul, we are currently tracking Protoss power signatures emanating from an uncharted moon nearby. Our records do not indicate that there has ever been a Protoss settlement in this quadrant.
Zeratul
Strange. It could be Artanis or other survivors of our fleet down there. At any rate, it is our duty to investigate the source of the energy signatures. Set your course for the dark moon. If Artanis is there, we shall find him.
Game:
TEMPLAR
Zeratul, our sensors have detected a small Terran compound near the source of the energy signatures.
ZERATUL
Understood. I'll look into this matter myself.
ZERATUL [disabled]
What is this? Somehow these Terrans have crafted a Protoss pylon to power a makeshift stasis cell! This is unthinkable... NoTerran mind can comprehend the pylon's energies enough to channel them through that cell! What could these Terrans be doing here?
ZERATUL
As I suspected... There are more stasis cells here.
ZERATUL
There is a Protoss in this cell!
ADJUTANT
Danger! Test subject twenty three suffering from psychic feedback. Pylon crystals at critical stage. Cell meltdown imminent...
ZERATUL
Damn! The Terrans are having more trouble utilizing pylons than I thought. And I still have no clue as to why they had imprisoned that Protoss within the cell.
ZERATUL
There is a Protoss within this cell as well. Maybe this computer terminal can give me the answers I seek.
ADJUTANT
Test subject twenty five in cryo-hybernation. Neuro-scan compiling data. DNA code computed and archived. Psionic emanations minimal...
ZERATUL
The audacity of these Terrans confounds me! If they seek to know more about Protoss warriors, I will give them a first hand lesson!
ZERATUL
What's this? There is a Zergling in this tank! What is going on here?
ADJUTANT
Test subject twenty seven in cryo-hybernation. Neuro-scan completed and archived. DNA code computed and archived. Gene splicing between test subjects twenty five and twenty seven completed. Experiment 2273 progressing...
ZERATUL
By the gods... this can't be happening.
ZERATUL
I've... I've never seen a creature like this before...
ADJUTANT
Test subject twenty nine, classified: Protoss/Zerg Hybrid, in perfect cryo-hybernation. Psionic emanations minimal.
ZERATUL
No...
DURAN
Magnificent isn't it?
ZERATUL
What? Who are you?
DURAN
I've had many names throughout the millennia, young prodigal. You would know me best as Samir Duran.
ZERATUL
Kerrigan's consort! Is this part of her twisted schemes?
DURAN
No. Young Kerrigan could not have engineered this grand experiment. Although her rebirth into the Zerg Swarm has sped up my progress, I can assure you that this endeavor is quite beyond her narrow understanding.
ZERATUL
If you are not her pawn, then what are you?
DURAN
I am a servant of a far greater power. A power that has slept for countless ages. And is reflected in the creature within that cell.
ZERATUL
Have you any conception of what you've created here? Do you have any idea what this... this Hybrid is capable of?
DURAN
Of course I do. This creature is the completion of a cycle. It's role in the cosmic order was preordained when the stars were young. Behold the culmination of your history.
ZERATUL
All I behold is an abomination.
DURAN
Your violence, young prodigal, is typical. As is your inablility to comprehend the greater scheme of things. You can destroy all of the specimens here. It will do you no good. For I have seeded the Hybrid on many, many worlds. You will never find them all before they awaken... And when they do... your universe will be changed... forever.
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[NARRATIVE]
Left with the unsettling knowledge of the Hybrid, Zeratul returned to his ship and left the dark moon behind. Unable to explain his numbing discovery to his companions, he could only sit and fear for the future of the universe...
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"OMEGA"
Infested platform over the planet Char;
Kerrigan's base of operations
Mission Briefing:
Infested Kerrigan
Cerebrate, our scouts have just identified three separate fleets approaching this platform. With Duran having disappeared, and the bulk of my broods still on the surface of Char, you'll need to hold off the invaders by yourself.
Arcturus Mengsk
You sound worried, Kerrigan. Have I caught you at a bad time?
Infested Kerrigan
Not at all, Arcturus. How'd you manage to scrape up your new fleet? Been raiding the salvage dumps again?
Arcturus Mengsk
I called in a few favors. Made a few concessions. You'd be surprised to see how many special interest groups in this sector want to see you dead.
Infested Kerrigan
I'm sorry to have to disappoint your new friends, Arcturus. But you really shouldn't have attempted this stunt. It'll take more than your three little fleets to bring me down.
Arcturus Mengsk
Three fleets?
Infested Kerrigan
Don't play dumb, Arcturus. I've already spotted the other two fleets.
Artanis
Kerrigan, this is Artanis. My brethren and I have come to avenge the deaths of Fenix, the Matriarch, and all of the other Protoss who fell before the Swarm! It is long past time you paid for your crimes against our people.
Infested Kerrigan
When it rains, it pours...
Arcturus Mengsk
Hah ha ha... The Protoss, too! Care to take a guess as to who the third fleet is?
Infested Kerrigan
No need to guess. It's DuGalle and the remainder of the UED fleet.
Gerard DuGalle
That is correct, Kerrigan. This is Admiral DuGalle. I am giving you one last chance to surrender your forces, and submit to the sovereign authority of the United Earth Directorate.
Infested Kerrigan
Gee, that's a tough one, Admiral. You'll have let me think for a minute... You know, Admiral, I think I'll just massacre your remaining troops now and watch you die in agony. How would that be?
Gerard DuGalle
You vastly underestimate me, my dear.
Infested Kerrigan
I don't think so, Admiral. You see, at this point... I'm pretty much the Queen Bitch of the Universe. And not all of your little soldiers or space ships will stand in my way again.
Gerard DuGalle
So be it.
Game:
MENGSK
Congratulations, Kerrigan. You've beaten me again. Just remember that I'll be out there... waiting for you to slip up. Because sooner or later you'll make a mistake. And when you do...
ARTANIS
Savor this victory, Kerrigan! For the Protoss will never forget your treachery. We shall be watching you.
DUGALLE
Kerrigan, I am prepared to offer terms of surrender. It is my wish that you allow my men to live-
KERRIGAN
You're not in a position to offer me anything, Admiral. And I don't take prisoners. I'll tell you what... Turn your remaining ships around and start heading back towards the Earth. I'll let you have a head start, before I send the Swarms after you. It'll be interesting sport to see how far you get before you die.
TOP
Cinematic: The Ascension
* [Start DuGalle's Letter]
Dearest Helena,
By now the news of our defeat has reached the Earth. The
creatures we were sent here to tame are untameable---And
the colonies we were sent to reclaim have proven to be
stronger thatn we anticipated.
Whatever you may hear about what has happened out here,
know this: Alexei did not die a hero. I killed him---my
pride killed him. And now my pride has consumed me as well.
You will never see me again, Helena.
Tell our children that I love them, and that their father
died in defense of their future.
Au revior
[End DuGalle's Letter]
Transcript:
- Once again I stand atop the broken bodies of my enemies...
- Victorious but not unscarred.
- The Earth-borne Directorate has been destroyed.
- And the Overmind lies dead and trampled beneath the ashes of Char.
- As for my unlikely allies, I think that I shall allow them a reprieve.
- For in time I will seek to test their resolve, and their strengths.
- They will all be mine in the end, for I am the Queen of Blades.
- None shall ever dispute my rule again.
- Dearest Helena,
- By now the news of our defeat has reached the Earth.
- The creatures we were sent here to tame are un-tamable.
- and the colonies we were sent to reclaim have proven to be stronger than we anticipated.
- Whatever you may hear about what has happened out here, know this;
- Alexi did not die gloriously in battle.
- I killed him. My pride killed him.
- And now my pride has consumed me as well.
- You will never see me again Helena.
- Tell our children that I love them,
- and that their father died in defense of their future.
- Au revoir.
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EPILOGUE
Shortly after DuGalle's defeat, the remainder of the UED Fleet was overtaken by Kerrigan's forces and eradicated. No UED vessel ever made it back to Earth to report what had transpired.
With his rag-tag fleet beaten and crippled, Arcturus Mengsk fled back to Korhal to lick his wounds and plan the reconstruction of his Terran Dominion...
Artanis and the Protoss survivors returned to Shakuras to begin rebuilding their once glorious civilization...
Zeratul and James Raynor went their separate ways and have not been heard from since their departure.
And alone, floating on a dark platform above the burnt-out planet of Char, Sarah Kerrigan, the Queen of Blades, sat and lorded over the ravenous Swarms. Unable to shake the feeling that a great threat loomed just over the horizon, Kerrigan could only stare off into the vastness of space where she beheld a great void. Or perhaps a reflection of a hollow victory and of the trials yet to come...
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DECEPTION
Intro:
The notorious Kimeran Pirates decide to liberate dark secrets from a Confederate Science Facility.
Mission Briefing:
Captain Buzan
CAPTAIN BUZAN:
"Alright men, we've discovered a unique opportunity for pirates like ourselves to gain some rather valuable information."
Space Pirate
SPACE PIRATE:
"Just how valuable is this information, Captain Buzan?"
Captain Buzan
CAPTAIN BUZAN:
"The kind of information that will buy us all a month of shore leave, gentlemen."
Space Pirate
SPACE PIRATE:
"Let's hear the dirt."
Captain Buzan
CAPTAIN BUZAN:
"Your three man team will enter a Confederate science facility via our teleportation system. From the cargo bay you'll move through the facility to the laboratories and experimentation rooms grabbing whatever data you can hack from the main computer.
You'll be using computer terminals located in certain areas to accomplish this. Each terminal has restricted access to a different area of the central computer.
Since you'll be inside the installation for an extended period of time, we've made some modifications to your suits to assist in the infiltration."
Space Pirate
SPACE PIRATE:
"New toys?"
Captain Buzan
CAPTAIN BUZAN:
"Yes, you're getting new toys.
Velichek rigged up a new reactor for your Personal Cloaking Field, and I've decided to let you use these special low energy Lockdown canister charges we stole recently.
Velichek tells me that with those two modifications your total energy usage will be drastically reduced.
Enjoy."
Space Pirate
SPACE PIRATE:
"Very well Captain, we're ready when you are."
Captain Buzan
CAPTAIN BUZAN:
"Good, get down to the teleportation room after you've suited up.
Remember gentlemen, there is no profit to be had in killing civilians or security personnel. If you do your jobs perfectly, they'll never know that you were even there."
Space Pirate
SPACE PIRATE:
"You ready Manic? How about you Twitch?"
Space Pirates
SPACE PIRATES:
"Born ready!"
Game:
PIRATE
Alright Captain, we've made it aboard. Proceeding with the mission.
PIRATE
These Computer Terminals not only unlock doors, they also contain the information we're searching for. Keep an eye out for them.
PIRATE
Hey, you can lockdown these traps to prevent detection.
MORIK
Please, you have to help me escape. My name is Morik and they have been doing horrible experiments on me.
If you want to help me escape, there are
computer terminals in the main laboratory that control the doors to these cells.
PIRATE
I can't figure this door out, maybe one of the prisoners is familiar with their security system.
DOOR OPENED
Zerg Test Subjects * Hack Undetected
FACILITY COMPUTER
PRIORITY ALERT : Zerg prisoners have escaped. Repeat, Zerg prisoners have escaped."
DOOR OPENED
Protoss Test Subjects * Hack Undetected
FACILITY COMPUTER
PRIORITY ALERT : Protoss prisoners have escaped. Repeat, Protoss prisoners have escaped."
MORIK
I'm free!
MORIK
KILL KILL KILL!!!
FACILITY COMPUTER
PRIORITY ALERT : Zerg and Protoss prisoners have escaped. Repeat, Zerg and Protoss prisoners have escaped.
PIRATE
We'll never catch up to Morik, maybe freeing him was a bad idea.
MEDICAL SCIENTIST
Oh, you appear to be injured, let me help you.
MEDICAL SCIENTIST
I'm sorry, I've used all my equipment up already.
PIRATE
That... That can't be...
PIRATE
Captain Buzan, we've been running into heavy opposition. We need backup.
CAPTAIN BUZAN
Alright, we'll send you some help, just don't get the girl killed. She's not equipped for stealth missions.
SHADOW PIRATE
I'm waiting...
PIRATE
This place is falling apart, I bet Morik has some hand in this.
CAPTAIN BUZAN
Something knocked out all the transponders on the station so we can't get a lock on you. Go to the docking bay in the southwest corner.
PIRATE
Geeze this place is heavily guarded, did they know we were coming?
PIRATE
An energy recharging station...
PIRATE
Another energy recharging station...
PIRATE
Captain, can you read me? Can you transport us off from here?
CAPTAIN BUZAN
That's a negative, all the transponders have been destroyed. We'll have to physically remove you from the ship.
PIRATE
What's going on here, did they know we were coming?
CAPTAIN BUZAN
Impossible, no one can track the Kimera, let alone realize that we had teleported you in. I would have to say that the first explosions were what alerted them. I can recharge your suits from here, but you'll have to get to the Kimera to escape. Now move!"
PIRATE
What killed all these guards?
PIRATE
Oh...
PIRATE
We're almost there.
PIRATE
The engineering bay is trashed, no one can stop it now.
PIRATE
Morik, did you cause the core to overheat?
MORIK
No, why would I do that? Come on, call in your ship, we have to get out of here.
PIRATE
Captain Buzan, come in, we've reached the docking bay.
CAPTAIN BUZAN
I see you, stay on the edge and I'll do a quick pick-up. Wait, who's your friend there?
PIRATE
His name is Morik, apparently he was held prisoner by the scientists here and injected with Zerg genetic material. He's a little batty, but he seems okay.
CAPTAIN BUZAN
Hmm... Prepare for pick-up.
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Offspring of Infested Humans."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Zerg/Human Genome Manipulation."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Biomechanics - Data Transfer From Brain Cells To Terabyte Holodrives."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Case Study - Dark Templar Cloaking Fields."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"The Origin Of The Species."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Advanced Combat Training: Hiten Mitsurugi Ryu."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Saving Human Mental Faculties In Zerg/Human Hybridization Experiments."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Biological Energy Weapon Limb Replacement Technology."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Reanimation Using Zerg Infestation Techniques."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Polarity Shifting Energy Shields Using
Battlecruiser Technology."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Mecha Unit Skullder 001 Design and Specifications."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Maintaining Discipline In Rampant AI."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Manipulating Tau Particles Into Stable Orbits."
DOWNLOADED DATA FILE
"Utilizing Dragoon Technology For Human Reconstruction."
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