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2040 - USEA Broadcasts [2]
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<GBS INTERVIEW> (OFF)
<INTERVIEWER:>Let's talk about General Resource's reaction to the dialogue between Neucom and UPEO. Does there seem to be many people fearing that this can spark more chaos?

<INTERVIEWEE:>Yes... You can certainly say that a leader like UPEO's representative Clarkson is a politician type from a previous era. It is now after USEA's unification. In this age where economic powers eliminated governments and administrations of justice, I cannot say anything but that his actions are a mistake for our times.

<INTERVIEWER:>Then, can we avoid a war between Neucom and General Resource?

<INTERVIEWEE:>Um. However, what I want to say is...

<INTERVIEWER:>Ah... Excuse me. We have to take a commercial break here.


<FIONA>
Ah, you're there...! There is something I have to tell you. As of today, full directorial authorities over the peace-keeping activities of UPEO was entrusted to commander Park. It was decided that, from now on, you will work primarily with Rena as a member of SARF, UPEO's special air force.

Well... Working alongside with UPEO's star like her means that you'll get hooked up often and you cannot fail miserably.


<UPEO CHIEF OF OPERATIONS: MISSION BRIEFING>
[LOCATION: WAIAPOLO MOUNTAINS]
Early dawn today, our reconnaisance squad confirmed that a Neucom military base in the Waiapolo mountain range is conducting radar-jamming activity against General Resource's air lanes. Prevent this violation activity and neutralize the radar-jamming facilities stationed around the base.


<EAPN NEWS> (OFF)
After its commencement at Expo City, this round of dispute appears to be subsiding thanks to the works of the peace-keeping force that centers around NUN's UPEO special air force SARF.

However, Neucom's antagonism against General Resource appears to be
spreading among all territories in USEA. The holding of the Snyders conference, which UPEO's representative Clarkson advocated, will become the beginning of the resolution of the conflict between the two companies.

...Now, on to the next news.


<EAPN: NET NEWS> (OFF)
The afternoon, two General Resource-made jet fighters were delivered to UPEO headquarter. The New United Nations has been seeking to strengthen UPEO's military force ever since the Phase Park dispute, and this is seen as General Resource's answer to NUN's request.

Such a shift in attitude has received much criticism from inside UPEO, that "military fortification is in conflict with UPEO's original goal of peace maintenance." They question whether UPEO should be continuing to increase its military power.


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<GBS DOCUMENTARY: ABYSSAL DISION> (OFF)
Among the pilots alive in this world, only few can leave behind achievements that will engrave his/her name in history. The time when they are at their physical peak and most active as pilots is during their youth. However, that physical peak is too much emphasized as compared to the human, spiritual skill.

<Dision>On somedays... I guess anyone will feel the limits of his/her body. That isn't a bad thing. However, for people who have the spirit to surpass those limits, there is just no need to say it.

However, as he welcomes his physical and spiritual peaks, he is trying to leave behind his name in the world. His name is Abyssal Dision. He will dance in the sky while seeking the title of General Resource's ace pilot.


<UPEO CHIEF OF OPERATIONS: MISSION BRIEFING>
[LOCATION: CHOPINBURG]
It seems that the threat from Neucom has died down, but we cannot be careless. So, to prepare for coming developments, it was arranged for you to conduct training flights with General Resource's team. Do not slack off just because this is not actual combat!


<FIONA>
---Are you not back...yet. Ah! Welcome back. I heard this from commander Park. Didn't you come across General Resource's ace pilot? It's rather regretful, but I appreciate how you feel.

<RENA>
I saw the date from the flight report. It's a curious thing, but... the way you fly recently feels a little like mine. Where did you come from?


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<GBS NEWS> (Male REPORTING)
As a result of the birth of General Resource as a multinational - corporation, political framework of nations collapsed. Consequently, history welcomed a new phase. And "Megafloat", the enormous seafaring mobile city, is a symbol of Neucom as well as the new era. It seems that they are showing off their new power to us. In fact, even now, Neucom is waging disputes everywhere - Neucom must be seeking something... hoping for something.

We... still do not know how these disputes will ultimately change history. However, no matter how things turn out, there is one thing I can say:
even if UPEO can maintain the peace for now between the two corporations, it will not be able to leave anything new to history.


<ERICH>
Have you heard? It seems that her ENSI system on the Flanker was destroyed just now. Moreover, the problem was missed during system check. You had better be careful with the equipments. Indeed! They cannot just say that it's because the recent increases in the number of sorties. It's because of stuff like this that UPEO is called either a paper-mache tiger or a ragged band. Now, Rena will probably be temporarily unable to go on sorties. Just at a time like this!

<FIONA>
Sorry about cutting in... but we have an order to sortie! It looks like the guys at Neucom are finally serious about changing history. It's bad timing, but UPEO's big star is benched. We've got to do something on our own! Well, see you in the skies.


<UPEO CHIEF OF OPERATIONS: MISSION BRIEFING>
[LOCATION: ROCKY ISLAND]
Neucom's mechanized fleet is gathering at Megafloat. We will knock them down before Neucom completes its preparations. Moreover, there are many civilian facilities on Megafloat and many civilian ships in the harbors. You must execute the operation and avoid causing collateral damage with all your might!


<EAPN: NET NEWS> (OFF)
Today, the mediation discussion between Neucom Inc. and General Resource Ltd. began on the topic of a cease-fire over the Phase Park dispute. The discussion was held starting at 1 pm, and it was attended by representative Clarkson and representatives from the two corporations. At 3 pm, a cease-fire agreement was reached by those in attendence.

The holding of this discussion was seen as a success. UPEO's representative Clarkson, who made important contributions to today's agreement, expressed his strong will by saying, "I want to calm down the disputes everywhere with today's mediation."


<FIONA>
I think your decision was right. He is dangerous.


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<NVS NEWS> (Male REPORTING)
As for cutting-edge technologies, Neucom produced real power by its positive initiatives in bio-technology, practical applications of nano-technology, installations of top-rate electrosphere environments, and space-development environments - everything that has been weak points of General Resource...


<PARK>
This mail is being transmitted to members of SARF. I want you to listen carefully. Yesterday's agreement is probably already broken by now. According to information we obtained, it seems that General Resource is already making cracks in the agreement and committing a massive attack on Neucom. Now, respresentative Clarkson had poured his heart and blood into agreement, and as UPEO, we must not everlook an outrange that so disregard the agreement. I will anticipate your continued active participation.

<ERICH>
Jesus, doesn't that sound like a commander. It looks like UPEO is General Resource's subcontractor, like the old days. This is a job where he wants to look like he's doing his job, and being good to Neucom too. Nah... For this diehard warmonger, I wonder if it's better to consider where he is going with this?


<UPEO CHIEF OF OPERATIONS: MISSION BRIEFING>
[LOCATION: WAIAPOLO MOUNTAINS]
In spite of the cease-fire agreement, General Resource's forces began its attack against a Neucom base. In order to maintain the cease-fire, hostilities between the two forces must absolutely be avoided. Defend the Neucom air base.


<FIONA AND ERICH>

<Fiona:>Hey, first Neucom, then General Resource... Who is our real enemy?

<Erich:>You're so cute when you ask questions like this. Although we are on these various missions secretly, it's something an organization like ours must do to protect peace. And yes, UPEO is probably just a paper tiger just like the world says.

<Fiona:>Do you think the UPEO wants to maintain peace just out of principle?

<Erich:>Yeah, sure.

<Fiona:>Really. It's useless even to talk about it.


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<-UNKNOWN CHANNEL-> (OFF)
A video recorded with night-vision. An aircraft in hangar.

<Voice #1:>This is R-number... It was already delivered to UPEO...

<Voice #2:>Neucom is desperate. The cease-fire is over...


<RENA>
I will give you the latest order. We will pursue and capture a General Resource spy plane doing reconnaissance in a suspicious sea route. This time, because the mission involves verification of few enemies, only you and I are on this mission.

Ah... I haven't gone on a flight in a while, and it's my first since rehabilitation. So, ...please look after me.


<UPEO CHIEF OF OPERATIONS: MISSION BRIEFING>
[LOCATION: HATTIES RAVINE]
We have confirmed that a General Resource spy plane is in the cease-fire air space. It looks like General Resource is engaging in improper activities. We must determine their intentions. Pursue the spy plane invading neutral territory! Incidentally, a group of radars are guarding the air space above. Be perfectly careful of your altitude.


<RENA>
Ah... Are you not there? Thanks for today. Certainly, I was... in a bad state of health. Sorry. I just wanted to tell you this.


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<-UNKNOWN CHANNEL-> (OFF)
Well, well... I have something for all of you who received this mail, something I will apologize now and just this once for. This airship was filled with highly lethal germ-warfare weapons. That's right--- This means that from now on, all you fellows who will try to interfere with our operations, we do have prepared to deliver this reserved gift to you at anytime.

I'm sure you guys understand that much, but you just don't think of anything else! Just look! You don't need to know anything about our noble intentions toward this world corrupted by greed, something we all know about, nor do you need to know our actions and their meanings until we get there! How do you feel? Probably nervous about this? Your nerves are running wild just by thinking that you can think about what we mean but have no conjectures. You should just receive our kindness. Certainly, isn't this something to enjoy and get used to? Think about it...

You people always struggle in a world obsessed by time and things, and in the end you did nothing but pretend you cared. Therefore, futility increased too much in this world. Don't you think so?


<UPEO CHIEF OF OPERATIONS: MISSION BRIEFING>
[LOCATION: AXEL BAY]
As according to the anonymous and criminal declaration, an airship of unknown origin appeared at Axel Bay, a coastal industrial district. When we investigated the authenticity of the claim, it was determined that indeed germ-warfare weapons are contained in the airship. We will keep the amount of casualties to a minimum by making the airship land in the ocean. Destroy all buildings obstructing the airship's path!


<PARK>
Thanks for your trouble. As for the aim of the terrorist act, it is entirely unclear at this time. However, after the Phase Park dispute, many incidents of unrest are developing, not limited to those between the two corporations. Now... therefore, we UPEO should consider it a good opportunity to let the world know the reason for our existence. From now on, I am counting on you with this.

<INCOMING MESSAGE: FIONA>
---Well... Actually, I contacted you because there is something I really wanted to talk about. Because you're not there, I will just leave a verbal message here. Well, what I wanted to talk about is something personal... However, making it short here, with what I have to tell you, is difficult for someone like me--- But, because I will surely regret it if I don't tell you at some time, I want to say it.

However, 'though I'm not sure, this may be misunderstood. Still, I don't want this situation to continue... Ah, it seems someone is coming. I'll contact you later. I'll tell you then... definitely.


<EAPN: NET NEWS> (OFF)
Since last month's cease-fire agreement, representatives from both Neucom Inc. and General Resource Ltd. have been continuing dialogues on and off. Then the discussions became unobstructed as it went on at NUN's headquarter.

The topics of discussion seemed to concern the various stipulations for the cease-fire, but the schedules for concrete discussions was yet to be released. A comment was released by NUN that "Now is a period of adjustment for the two corporations.


Source
Ace Combat 03: Electrosphere (the game itself)
Henry H. Jerng's Article

Accreditation
pyxi for finding the article

*Original Article by MenAce (Ribbon-Vermilion)*