Mission 1

"*All residents - get to your homes! Lock your doors! We're under attack!*"
— Clone Trooper
**Mission 1** is the first mission of Act I. The Republic's outpost on Tatooine is overrun in a surprise invasion by the CIS, cutting off contact between the ground and space forces.

## Synopsis

During routine Republic training operations at a remote outpost on Tatooine, the Separatist Droid Army launches a full-scale invasion and takes control of the garrison outside Mos Eisley. Onboard an Acclamator cruiser in space above the planet, Jedi Master Ferroda tries to make contact with his troops below. The Republic forces on the ground, led by X1 and X2, rally to restore communications with Ferroda and retake their base. Once achieved, X1 and X2 are picked up and taken to join the Republic counter-attack on the CIS control ship in orbit above the planet. During the assault, X1 and X2 fly into the ship's hangar and destroy the central reactor core, resulting in the ship's destruction.

## Objectives

### Mission Intro - Scripted Cutscene

A CIS invading force appears above Tatooine, preparing to assault the Republic forces stationed there. X1 and X2 are caught by surprise and have to rally the troops after losing contact with Master Ferroda.

### Engage The Droid Invaders

Large formations of droid armies have surrounded the area. X2, alongside X1 and the clone squad begin their advance from the outpost to the town. Starfighters can be seen fighting in the sky. The objective completes a few seconds after X2 gets down the hill and enters the battle.

### Activate the Communications Antenna

Whilst battling the droids, X1 explains that communications have been lost with Master Ferroda and the Republic Fleet. Activating a nearby antenna will reestablish communications, allowing X2 to call for orbital strikes against heavily defended CIS positions. The troopers advance towards the main gate and cover X2 on his path to the bridge over it, where the antenna resides.

### Destroy incoming Droid Gunships

With the communication antenna online, X1 is able to reach Master Ferroda on the Acclamator. However before a plan can be discussed, Droid Gunships attack the bridge. X2 has to pick up a rocket launcher and clear them out before they take out the entire squad.

### Take Back the Planetary Cannon Controls

While X2 was fighting the gunships, the droids took over the Republic base and have begun firing the Planetary Cannon at the Acclamator. The cruiser has sustained heavy damage and it is urgent that X1 and X2 retake control of the cannon controls. X2 has a wide array of methods to deal with the enemy threat. He could use the rocket launcher he acquired previously, or use an Anti-Infantry turret.

#### Rescue the Troops Pinned Down in the Cantina

On the way to the base, X2 has the opportunity to help a squad of clones pinned under heavy fire in the Cantina. Rescuing the troopers adds more units to X2's squad, whereas ignoring them will lead to negative comments from X1.

### Use the Planetary Cannon to Destroy the Landing Ships

The CIS is deploying another wave of landing ships to Mos Eisley. With the Acclamator's weapons being heavily damaged, X2 needs to use the Planetary Cannon to take them out before they land.

### Regroup with Squad in the Hangar

With the landing ships destroyed, the droid armies have been set back. Master Ferroda announces that he is closing in on X1 and X2's squad, and will pick them up when he arrives. Available in the hangar are two Clone Hover Tanks and some weapon kits. After a comment by X1, saying how these tanks would have been helpful if used initially, a Clone Trooper loses contact with squads 240 and 241. The hangar doors open to reveal a Spider Droid.

### Destroy the Spider Droid

    The Spider Droid is shooting down any Republic ships that approach the landing zone. The Acclamator's main guns were heavily damaged from the Planetary Cannon and it cannot attack it from space. It must be destroyed by the ground troops so that Master Ferroda can come down and evacuate the survivors. Blaster fire is ineffective against it, X2 needs to use either a rocket launcher or the Clone Hover Tank to take it down.

### Pilot the LAAT Gunship at the Landing Platform

With the Spider Droid down, Master Ferroda is clear to land in his LAAT Gunship. X1 and X2 head back towards the landing pad. But the droids have one last surprise for the Republic; they launch a series of escape pods that land near X2’s position. From the escape pods emerge a new wave of droid invaders. These droids keep the Republic forces occupied as they wait for Master Ferroda to arrive.

#### Rescue the Stranded Republic Pilots

As the LAAT Gunship approaches, the squad receives a distress call from a group of Clone Troopers who are stranded. Their gunship was shot down by the Spider Droid and crashed near the Sarlaac. Master Ferroda and X1 disagree about the best course of action. X1 may feel that you need to go back for the troops, but Ferroda advises that the troops can fend for themselves and that you must keep your focus on the mission. After rescuing the troops near the Sarlaac, there are two more sets of stranded clones that radio for evac.The first is near a few Tusken Raiders, whereas the second is near a Sandcrawler and some Jawas. If X2 rescues the troopers, Master Ferroda will respond graciously but advise X2 to quickly get to the cruiser.

### Regroup Onboard the Republic Acclamator

Master Ferroda has identified the droids that attacked the garrison as an older model that can be deactivated by destroying their control ship in orbit – bringing the battle to a close in a single strike. X2 and the survivors must get to the starfighters on board the Acclamator and launch a space assault.

### Get in a Fighter

Master Ferroda needs his best pilots, X1 and X2, to lead the assault on the CIS Control Ship. The clones get into their starfighters. The player can choose between the ARC-170, the V-Wing and the Republic Starfighter.

### Destroy Enemy Fighters

X2 fights Vulture Droids and Tri-Fighters until X1 and the Republic troops can take down the control ship's shield generator, which will lead to its hangar doors opening.

### Destroy the Central Reactor Core

X1 and X2 enter the interior of the CIS Control Ship in their ships and rush towards the main reactor to destroy it. The corridor is filled with droid fortifications, such as turrets and ships.

### Escape from the Exploding Control Ship

With the reactor destroyed there is little time left to escape the ship before it explodes. Small explosions can be seen all around the control ship. X2 and X1 race to safety.

### Mission Outro - Scripted Event

The camera reverses on X2’s ship to show the CIS Control Ship exploding behind him. Master Ferroda reports that the droid army is now disabled and signposts the next destination – Coruscant.

## Trivia

* Jawas are seen in various points of the level, either running from battle or hiding.
* Master Ferroda wanting to leave the troops behind is a reference to Episode II, where Obi-Wan orders Anakin to leave Padme and the troops behind.
* The PSP version calls this an early victory for the Republic, whereas the DS version says the invasion of Tatooine took place in 19 BBY. As the Battle of Coruscant follows soon after, the DS version is the correct one.
* In the March 2009 build of the PSP version, Act I has the same name. However it is named "The Clone Wars" in the released version.

## Gallery

Campaign r70217Milestone 23 (March 17, 2008)Tatooine (part 1)Milestone 31 (November 7, 2008)Tatooine (part 2)
## Audio Logs

* Audio Log 1
* Audio Log 2
* Audio Log 3
* Audio Log 4

**Clone Trooper**: These clones are different from the soldiers that made up the 501st. Cloned from an earlier source, they were the prototypes created to train the Clone Army. Our genes were an enhanced combination of our genetic template, the bounty hunter Jango Fett. X1 and X2 were more powerful, more agile and masters of every combat simulation. At first I thought maybe they were some kind of droids since they rarely missed a target or failed a time simulation. Eventually I realized that their combat ability is beyond anything we were capable of.

**Count Dooku**: Now that Jabba has made his decision to allow the Republic presence in Tatooine, we shall commence with an invasion of the planet.

**Battle Droid**: Yes sir.

**Count Dooku**: Prepare an invasion force large enough to overwhelm the Republic forces on Tatooine.

**Battle Droid**: Roger roger.

**Count Dooku**: Move quickly commander and do not underestimate the level of resistance from the elite clone forces there.

**Obi-Wan Kenobi**: How is life in Mos Eisley treating you Master Ferroda?

**Master Ferroda**: Tatooine has one sun too many if you ask me. Aside from the heat it’s not so bad.

**Obi-Wan Kenobi**: Are your elite soldiers getting our clone army ready for battle?

**Master Ferroda**: Most of our clone soldiers have just arrived from Kamino.

**Obi-Wan Kenobi**: They can’t be more than a few years old. They’ll need quite a bit of training before they are ready for combat.

**Master Ferroda**: You’re right, if it wasn’t for growth acceleration I’d be leading younglings into battle. X1 and X2 should have them ready in no time.

**Obi-Wan Kenobi**: Our relationship with Jabba is tenuous at best. The Separatists were also vying for a base on Tatooine. Jabba has sided with the Republic for now but I’m sure he’s hedging his bets.

**Master Ferroda**: The garrison is still under construction if the Separatists were to launch an invasion now we would be at a disadvantage.

**Obi-Wan Kenobi**: You may want to accelerate the construction and training schedules. The council feels that the Separatists may strike at any time.

**Darth Sidious**: I understand the Hutt scum has placed his fickle trust in the Republic.

**Count Dooku**: Yes Lord Sidious, the Republic has been allowed to establish a small outpost there.
**Darth Sidious**: If coercion has failed we should move quickly with an appropriate response.

**Count Dooku**: An invasion of the planet is already under way my Lord.

**Darth Sidious**: Your droid armies may only prove to be a distraction. There are elite clone forces stationed on Tatooine. They may prove difficult to eradicate.
## Cutscene Script - Intro

**BLACK.**

**FADE UP.**

**GRAPHIC:**

"A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...."

A vast sea of stars serves as the backdrop for the MAIN TITLE, followed by a ROLL UP, which crawls up into infinity.

ACT I

A SPLINTERED LEGION

The Clone Wars rage across the
galaxy. In an effort to bolster
their forces, the Galactic Republic has
enlisted two unique and highly-skilled twin clones.

Designated as X1 and X2, the
twins have been charged with
training the battalions of the
new Clone Army. Different from
the other clones, they have
emerged as elite warriors in the
ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC.

Under the command of Jedi
Master Ferroda, they work to
establish a desert outpost on
the seemingly peaceful world of
Tatooine, unaware that a dark
threat looms...

**[CUTSCENE STARTS]**

    PAN DOWN to reveal a quiet planet amongst the cosmos – Tatooine.

Suddenly, this serene picture is interrupted as a huge starship thunders into frame, heading directly towards the atmosphere.

There is no doubt – this is a CIS Landing Ship. More of them appear behind it, a Lucrehulk behind them, with CIS starfighters erupting from it and beginning their descent to the planet.
**Cut to:**

EXT. TATOOINE. JUNDLAND WASTES – DAY.

The twin suns glare down onto the desert planet.

Sand billows around a group of Clone Troopers as they heave various heavy mechanisms into position, constructing a temporary reconnaissance outpost.

Towards the head of this operation, X1 walks through the construction site pointing and directing the other clones.

X1

(clapping)

Let’s wrap that up, we’re behind schedule!

He yells ahead to his brother X2, who is moving a gun placement.

X1

Little brother, you need a hand with that?

X2 chuckles at his brother while he continues to work. X1 walks up to him.

X2

Sure, why not lend a hand instead of ordering everyone around like some kind of General.

X1 pats X2 on the back and helps him with the cannon.

X1

(cocky)

With that attitude, you’ll never be one.

Suddenly two Droid Starfighters streak diagonally across the outpost from the mountains strafing two Clone Hover Tanks parked near the outpost. They both explode. Everyone reacts to the explosion (troopers closest crouch or take cover, whilst those furthest are frozen in shock). The clones spring into action running to their stations while two others attempt to shoot down the Droid Starfighters with their turrets.

As the Droid Starfighters head towards Mos Eisley - **Cut to:**

Almost a top down view of X1, X2 and several Clone Troopers, as suddenly a dark shadow cast upon them, enveloping them, with a low rumble beginning almost instantaneously. A CIS Landing Craft has come over the peaks of the mountains and is passing over the outpost heading towards Mos Eisley.

X1 and X2 looking up, the camera pans up to show the underbelly of a CIS Landing Craft roaring over them.

**Cut to:**

Reverse angle showing the ship heading towards Mos Eisley. X1 is in the foreground taking charge, yelling to the other clones.

X1

It’s an invasion! Move! (to X2) Let's go little brother, this is no training!

A hologram flashes to life, it’s Master Ferroda.

FERRODA

(very anxious)

X1, X2 do you read me? Come in!

X2

Yes, Master Ferroda, we read you, what is it?

X1 pushes past his brother.

X2

General, we’re aware of the situation. We’re taking action now.

X1 grabs his brother by the arm and pulls him away from the hologram.

FERRODA

(annoyed)

X1! I need you to...(the signal becomes garbled)

The hologram fades out.

X2 turns to run with X1 when he sees the hologram fade. A group of clone troops follow.

X1

Come on! We need to get to the garrison!

**[CUTSCENE ENDS]**

## Document References

* TatooineOverview.doc (07/03/2008)
* Battlefront\_III\_Script\_Sept\_12\_2007.pdf (modified with all known script updates)