The Thargoid War
23 Feb 2023XpressioN
The Thargoid War
The Thargoid War is an ongoing conflict between humanity and the alien race known as the Thargoids. The Thargoids are an ancient and highly advanced species with a long history of hostility towards humanity. The current conflict began in 3303, when the Thargoids first appeared in the Pleiades Nebula, attacking and destroying several human starports. This initial attack was a surprise to humanity, as the Thargoids had not been seen for over two centuries. The Thargoids possess highly advanced technology, including advanced weapons, shields, and hyperdrive technology. They are also highly adaptive and have been observed changing their tactics and weapons to counter human defenses.
Since the initial attacks, the Thargoid War has escalated, with both sides engaging in multiple battles and skirmishes across human space. The conflict has drawn in various factions, including the Federation, Empire, and Alliance, each with their own motivations and strategies. Throughout the conflict, there have been attempts at communication with the Thargoids, but these efforts have been largely unsuccessful. Some commanders have also reported encounters with a mysterious alien race known as the Guardians, who may have had past conflicts with the Thargoids.
As of 3307, the Thargoid War is ongoing, with no clear end in sight. The conflict has had a significant impact on human society, with many starports and settlements destroyed, and the cost in lives and resources continues to mount. As an Elite commander, I've been tasked to lead the fight against the Thargoids numerous times. We managed to conquer and win back a couple of key systems in the vicinity of our squadron's Home system, however the Thargoids are overwhelming and powerful thanks to their strategic maelstroms. Unless our engineers understand and give us tools to counteract against their forces, we have no way of penetrating these maelstroms from which endless waves of Thargoids are deployed.
Nevertheless we will keep fighting so one day we will emerge victorious. During the last couple of days, we've fought day and night, with barely time to rest. With the newly engineered and modified Guardian Shard Cannons, and the Stabiliser modules to accommodate an additional AX weapon or two, the Thargoids were overwhelmed and although we are still experience losses, we've getting the better hand when dealing with their forces. Occasionally I've been taking care of rescues. A lot of hyperdictions and interdictions during the voyages between burning stations and rescue megaships.
After nearly three months of continuous non-stop battles, we are far from gaining terrain and currently the horizon of winning this war is far from to be seen. Below are some statistics from DCoH Overwatch which gives us an indication that the Thargoids are gaining system under control at a fast rate.
Systems under Thargoid control - when Maelstroms invaded the Bubble
Systems under Thargoid control - Three months after
I've been nominated as the Hero of the Battle in numerous systems I've operated and even as The War Hero which is quite a superb accomplishment. These types of achievements gives the will to continue fighting till the end, and like many commanders out there risking their lives, makes one proud of contributing towards saving the human race.
After three months fighting all those interceptors, countless of scouts, and earning 35 billion in combat bonds, my personal accomplishment has been achieved. After destroying 13,415 Scouts, 1,208 Cyclops, 273 Basilisks, 110 Medusas and 89 Hydras, I'm one of those few commanders out there that managed to earn the Inara's The Xeno-Hunter Tier 5 badge. I look forward to double those values if need be. Glory to Mankind. o7
