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Mission 9: Toy Box
Advance Wars

Mission 9: Toy Box

Master Advance Wars: Toy Box! Learn to defend mountain passes, capture the secret lab map, and crush Lash's forces for a swift S-Rank victory.

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Master Advance Wars: Toy Box! Learn to defend mountain passes, capture the secret lab map, and crush Lash's forces for a swift S-Rank victory.

Alright, let's dive into Mission 9: Toy Box. This one's a bit of a challenge, pitting you against Lash with a difficulty rating of ***. She's got some tricks up her sleeve, so we need to be smart about this.

Walkthrough
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    Guard the mountain passes: This is crucial right from the start. Lash will try to sneak through these. Make sure to cover the northwest pass, especially the one near the river. If you block these, she can't easily get her forces onto your side of the map.

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    Get the secret lab map: There's a small island in the southwest part of the map. On it, you'll find a neutral city. Capture this city to find the secret lab map. Snagging this will unlock a hidden Blue Moon mission, which is definitely worth the effort.

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    Take the east side fast: You need to expand your territory quickly. Focus on capturing cities on the eastern side of the map from your starting bases. This builds up your income, giving you the resources needed to produce more units and solidify your position.

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    Build up and smash Lash's units: Once you've got a decent income from captured cities and that neutral middle base, start building stronger units. Massed tanks are a great choice here. Lash will be building her own forces, including mechs, artillery, and tanks, and will try to cross rivers and mountains. You want to be able to outnumber and overpower her when you engage.

Tips
  • S-Rank Strategy: To get that coveted S-Rank, you'll want to capture the middle factory early and finish the mission in 20 days or less. Speed is key, but also try not to lose too many of your own units. The general strategy suggests winning in 16 days for a good score.
  • Unit Composition: Focus on building infantry from your right two bases initially to capture cities. As you advance, mix in tanks, anti-air, and artillery. Lash's forces are generally slower to build up, so you can often outmaneuver and outnumber her if you play it right.
  • Lash's Tactics: Be aware that Lash will try to sneak units across rivers and mountains, and she'll also be building her own offensive units. Keep an eye on your unguarded cities.
  • Winning the Mission: Once you've pushed Lash back and secured your objectives, she'll retreat, and Olaf will regain his memories.

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