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Mission 01: Skyfall
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve

Mission 01: Skyfall

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Mission 01: Skyfall walkthrough. Learn how to survive the initial ambush, take on the mantle of 'Rex', and lead Joker Squadron against the Sotoan invasion.

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Mission 01: Skyfall

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Mission 01: Skyfall walkthrough. Learn how to survive the initial ambush, take on the mantle of 'Rex', and lead Joker Squadron against the Sotoan invasion.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Begin the mission as the weapon systems officer for Jan "Rex" Cope in his F/A-18F Super Hornet.
  2. 2
    Engage Sotoan forces during the initial ambush.
  3. 3
    After being shot down, Cope will be killed. Retrieve his dog tags.
  4. 4
    Swim to the surface and await rescue by the carrier _Endurance_.
  5. 5
    Upon rescue, you will be instructed to take on Cope's callsign and nickname, becoming the new "Rex."
  6. 6
    Assume command of Joker Squadron and prepare to defend the FCU against the Sotoan invasion.
  7. 7
    Engage Sotoan forces, including the elite Shadow Squadron.
Tips
  • Pay close attention to Cope's instructions during the initial phase of the mission.
  • After taking on the "Rex" mantle, focus on coordinating with your wingmen in Joker Squadron.
  • Be prepared for intense dogfights against Shadow Squadron.

Upon completion of Mission 01: Skyfall, you will officially become "Rex," the new leader of Joker Squadron, and continue your fight in the Sotoa-FCU conflict.

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