Lite Reading

A little bit of reading to relax before you drop in and spread some democracy.

Training Manual

Manual section A.3888444222-33
• Did you know tips are shown during transition sequences?
  
• Pay attention to these tips. They've been carefully calibrated to ensure your success.

Manual section A.3888444222-33
• Every citizen is equally important to the war effort, but Helldivers are the most important.
  
• If at first you don't succeed, dive, dive again. ... And again. And again. And again. And again. And again. And again. And again. And again. And again. And again. And again. And again. And again...
  
• Don't forget to take coward breaks!
  
• When in doubt, don't think -- simply shout "For Democracy!" and charge head-first into your problems.
  
• Want to show off how firmly you support capitalism? Spend medals on a Warbond!
  [Super Earth has many holidays, but the most important is October 26th - Liberty Day!
  

Manual section A.Combat
• While the Helldiver training program is undeniably infallible, you can always repeat your training from the menu.
  
• If the enemies just keep coming, find out where they're coming from and unleash hell.
  Bug hive? Destroy!
  Bot factory? Destroy?
  
• For budgetary reasons, Hell bombs require manual arming. But don't stick around unless you're looking for a spot on the wall of martyrs.
  
• Weapons like pistols and sub-machine guns can be used with one hand -- perfect for when you need to carry objects in the other hand.
  
• Remember that armoured enemies require heavy weapons.
  Bring the appropriate equipment for selected difficulty.
  
• Most enemies have weak spots and armoured spots, it is recommended that helldivers aim for the weak spots.
  
• Your stance has a significant impact on accuracy.
  
• Tired of missing your target?
  Use First Person View (FPV) to make long-distance shots.
  
• When your stamina is depleted, your sprint speed is slower and your accuracy is worse.
  
  
• Each Faction presents unique challenges.
  Mix your gear and try new tactics!
  
  
• Make sure to pickup your fallen squad mates' samples containers. They're critical for our collective scientific progress!
  
• Rare Samples are only available on more challenging missions.
  
• More challenging mission yield greater rewards.
  
  
• All Stratagems have their strengths and weaknesses. Choose your stratagem loadout to best fit the mission and your squad composition.
  
• The closer you are to the edge of the map, the steeper the angle of incoming orbital bombardments.
  Physics!
  
  
• On a mission alone and dying to have someone liberating by your side?
  Use an SOS beacon to call in a fellow Helldiver.
  
• Hellpods have basic steering capabilities. Try to drop in on your enemies.
  
• When the mission timer runs out, the Super Destroyer will leave low orbit and you'll lose access to stratagems and reinforcements.
  
• Don't worry, if you fail an objective you will NOT be sent to a freedom camp.
  This is merely a dissident rumour.

Manual section B.6668-S.
• Hold a grenade before throwing to "cook" it. Time your throw for an air-burst detonation.
  (Warning waiting too long may lead to unintended death.)
  
• You can pick up active grenades and toss them away before they explode. Give it a try, it's fun!
  
• AC-8 Auto cannon - a support solution
  
• Joel - Capture alive

Manual section B.884-7777.
• Kill bugs before they get close, Remember, nothing protects your personal space better than bullets.
  
• Check your Ammo by holding the Reload button.
  
• Diving to the ground can be a life-saver, but it also makes you an easy target for melee units.
  
• As a last resort, you can use melee attacks to fend off enemies.
  Remember; death is better than cowardice!
  
• Friendly Fire isn't.
  
• Flam-40 Incinerator - a Host's solution
  
• EXO-51 Lumberer - needs testing

Manual section Cryo-lll
• If you notice a squad mate sympathising with an enemy report them to your Democracy Officer. Thought crimes kill!
  
• Jet pack upgrade - suspended, (Squith resource required)
  
• If an enemy ever attempts to engage in diplomacy SHOOT THEM, We mustn't believe their lies.

Manual section D.198-2.
• Difficult terrain inhibits your movement. Best practices recommend avoiding Snow, Mud, Water, Shrubberies, and Lava. As well as other resistant obstacles that hinder the spread of liberty.
  
• Place markers on the map to help your squad navigate.
  
• Day and night sides of a planet are visible during mission selection, allowing you to choose the mission that's right for you!
  
• Super Earth recommends spending at least 2.4 seconds per mission enjoying the scenery.
  A happy Helldiver is a deadly Helldiver
  
• Missions are filled with unexplored points of interest.
  Check them out -- you never know what you might find.
  
• Helldivers travelling the galaxy might come across ancient ruins and other curiosities. Just remember: Only a traitor is curious about alien artifices!
  
  
• Watch out for alien storms. Super Earth scientists have officially classified many of them as dangerous. And freaky.

Manual section E.14-TH.
• The Ministry of Humanity maintains a healthy, productive waters by managing education, healthcare, social grading, and gene management.
  
• Managed Democracy, is a cornerstone of advanced civilication.
  
• Nine out of ten doctors agree that a wound to the chest will make you bleed out if unattended.
  
• Don't Worry -- stims have zero addictive properties!*
  *Study paid for by Permacura. Permacura: put your life in our hands.
  
• Remember to fill your C-01 permit before any act that could result in a child.
  
  
• The Ministry of Truth is responsible for keeping all citizens well-informed and mentally equipped to withstand our enemies' vile propaganda.
  
• Practice your daily desensitisation exercises to ensure you remain unfazed by enemy atrocities.
  
  
• The Ministry of Prosperity manages Super Earth's economy and ensure a steady flow of resources to the most deserving.
  
• Don't panic.
  
• You are Super Earth's elite. Never forget that.

SEAF Communications Device

SEAF manual.
• Your stance has a significant impact on accuracy.
  Stances in order of least to most accurate:
  Moving < Standing < Crouching < Prone.

SEAF Communications Device
• "Order: Do not retreat. Defend Liberty at all costs"
  
• Memo to all SEAF forces; Moving forward, frontline mail services will be reserved for soldiers of exceptional democratic service only."
  
• Memo to Colonial Overseer; In order to best serve Freedom, the security budget for your colony will be reduced by (23%) for the next fiscal term."

Communications Device
• "Eulogy Template - Soldier, Exemplary Service 121; The herosim of (Rank) (Name) cannot by understated. They did not lose their life in the defense of Super Earth. They gave it, willingly."
  
• Note to Grave Preparation Specialist; due to high hostile activity in the area, graves may be required to accommodate more personnel then usual."

Personal Device
• "Remember, compaints are the gateway to dissidence"

Captain's Log
• "Transporting a large shipment of flamethrowers. Heavy enemy presence - delivery expected to take the whole day. Derek forgot the fire extinguisher but i'm sure we'll be fi-"

Hastily Written Note
• "Tool stash. Needed it. Sorry.
  p.s. This man was dead when I got here. -D"

SEAF - Secondary Objectives

SEAF Vehicle Recovery Bay
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• Information not available for not yet enlisted

SEAF Artillery
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• Mini-Nuke (Hellbomb)
  
• Explosive (Orbital Precision Strike)
  
• High-yield Explosive (500kg)
  
• Napalm (Single Incendiary Shell)
  
• Smoke (Single Smoke Shell)
  
• Static Field (Orbital EMS)
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[Kolaris [AFU]]

Personal Device:
The screen is frozen on a rousing reminder of the value of strenuous labor.

Personal Device:
"Ministry of Defense study indicates enemy morale reaching new, unprecedented lows."

Hastily Written Note:
"Was low on supplies. Took ammo. Left oatmeal. Good luck -D"

Words Scribbled On Bomb:
"From Super Earth With Love"

Words Scribbled On Bomb:
"To Whichever Terminids It May Concern"

Monument To Liberty:
Scratched into the pedestal: "They will save us."

Super Earth Issued Tool Rack:
Tools are hung neatly, in accordance with governmental guidelines.

Greenhouse - Type 203:
In this abundant garden of flora native to Super Earth, Liberty has taken root on an alien planet.

[Kolaris [AFU]]

Blood-Stained Library Card:
"Ministry of Truth Library Branch 301C"

Blood-Stained Library Card:
"Remember: late returns steal from us all."

SEAF Communications Device:
Half a message is typed on this blood-spattered tablet: "Request immediate fire support. Taking heavy ca-"

SEAF Communications Device:
The screen is frozen on one final message: "Hold."

Communications Device:
"Eulogy Template - Soldier, variation 004: [Rank] [Name] joined the service at [age]. They served [noble adverb] and perished heroically while fighting [enemy]. We will never forget their [unique trait]."

Communications Device:
"Eulogy Template - Soldier, friendly fire variation 016: [Name] devoted many hours to the prosperity of Super Earth. They may rest easy in the knowledge that the [bullets/shrapnel/concussive force] that took their life was Democratic in origin and fired in the service of Liberty."

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Also please comment if i've missed a tip or you find notes within the map.

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Just something that i'll build to.