Name: 	Paul Silverstein
E-mail: psilver@fast.net
Mission:Hook, Line, and Sinker

This is my first run at a mission. And this mission is actually planned to be the first part of a campaign. I always have a thing for story-arcs and series because I feel it adds to the overall universe feel of a game. Anyhow, before I get to work on the other missions in the campaign, I wanted to find out whether or not anyone really LIKES what I am doing. I want to hear constructive criticism (and positive reinforcement goes a long way with me too) and any suggestions anyone would have for how the mission is laid out.

The basic mission idea is this: You are to help disable a Shivan cruiser which in turn will enable a transport to dock with the cruiser, empty its special forces unit into the cruiser, have the special forces unit return to the transport which will then undock and make its way back home. Fairly basic but not quite so easy as it sounds, as there are other things involved with  allowing for the docking of the transport.

This mission might feel a tad unpolished, but it is by no means a rush-job. I have been brooding over this mission idea for a year now. I attempted to try it with X-Wing vs Tie Fighter but the mission editor was not advanced enough to allow me to accomplish what I wanted at the time. I worked on this mission bit by bit for a few weeks now. I will eventually get voice files for at least the campaign briefing and regular briefing/debriefing. I currently am attempting to find a good way to record voices with filters and effects which would allow me to alter the sound of the voices. I find my voice quite annoying over the mic, so I would rather not have myself briefing in the mission.

If you're finding the mission too hard, I suggest you think carefully about what ship you're using. If you can take out the three cruisers' comm systems, the mission is a snap. Try and find a good combo ship capable of carrying weapons that can take sub systems out, yet also able to take fighters out to defend yourself. Another idea is to use your bomber wings effectively.
Send me your comments and suggestions. I need these to find out what people think/want from my mission/campaign-to-be.