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| − | | affiliations = [[Osean Air Defense Force]]<br>[[Strider Squadron]]<br>[[Cyclops Squadron]] |
+ | | affiliations = [[Osean Air Defense Force]]<br>[[Long Range Strategic Strike Group|LRSSG]]<br>[[Strider Squadron]]<br>[[Cyclops Squadron]] |
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| gender = Male (radio officer) |
| gender = Male (radio officer) |
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+ | | voiceactor-en = [[Tim Friedlander]] |
| voiceactor-jp = [[Kenji Nomura]] |
| voiceactor-jp = [[Kenji Nomura]] |
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| appearances = ''[[Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown]]'' |
| appearances = ''[[Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown]]'' |
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{{Quote|Sorry, but I'm gonna eat while I work. My judgement goes fuzzy when I'm too hungry.|AWACS Long Caster{{Ref|AC7-M11|"[[Fleet Destruction]]", ''[[Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown]]''.}}}} |
{{Quote|Sorry, but I'm gonna eat while I work. My judgement goes fuzzy when I'm too hungry.|AWACS Long Caster{{Ref|AC7-M11|"[[Fleet Destruction]]", ''[[Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown]]''.}}}} |
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| − | '''AWACS Long Caster''' is the callsign of an [[Osean Air Defense Force]] [[Airborne Warning and Control System|AWACS]] which participated in the [[Lighthouse War]]. Long Caster often worked in tandem with |
+ | '''AWACS Long Caster''' is the callsign of an [[Osean Air Defense Force]] [[Airborne Warning and Control System|AWACS]] which participated in the [[Lighthouse War]]. Long Caster often worked in tandem with [[Long Range Strategic Strike Group]] squadrons, [[Cyclops Squadron|Cyclops]] and [[Strider Squadron|Strider]]. |
He often packs food in the aircraft on long-distance flights. With a cheerful personality, he always lightens the mood for the team.<ref name="AC7-Website">https://ace7.acecombat.jp/clm/column03.php</ref> |
He often packs food in the aircraft on long-distance flights. With a cheerful personality, he always lightens the mood for the team.<ref name="AC7-Website">https://ace7.acecombat.jp/clm/column03.php</ref> |
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==Biography== |
==Biography== |
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| + | When the [[Long Range Strategic Strike Group]] conducted an air raid on the [[Erusean Royal Navy]] platforms stationed at [[Snider's Top]], Long Caster relayed tactical data to both Cyclops and Stider squadrons.<ref name="AC7-M11">{{Cite game|AC7|M11}}</ref> Nine days after [[Operation Siren's Song]], he once coordinated the [[Operation Dragon Breath|defense of Stonehenge]] and aided the operation to succeed, resulting in the destruction of [[Arsenal Bird]] ''Liberty''.<ref name="AC7-M12">{{Cite game|AC7|M12}}</ref> On September 2, 2019, he once again served as the AWACS during [[Operation Magic Spear]]<ref name="AC7-M13">{{Cite game|AC7|M13}}</ref> and two days later during [[Operation Sighthound]], where the [[Osean Maritime Defense Force]] attempted to capture the advanced nuclear submarine ''[[Alicorn]]'', with the support of Strider Squadron.<ref name="AC7-SP02">{{Cite game|AC7|SP02}}</ref> |
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| + | Following the ''Alicorn''{{'}}s escape, Long Caster led the LRSSG during a [[Operation Domino|raid on Anchorhead]],<ref name="AC7-SP02">{{Cite game|AC7|SP02}}</ref> and once again during final encounter with the submarine sometime later. After the ordeal with the ''Alicorn'', he aided the LRSSG in [[Operation Werewolf|capturing an Erusean base]] in [[Cape Rainy]].<ref name="AC7-M14">{{Cite game|AC7|M14}}</ref> Three days later, he led the LRSSG once again during the [[Operation Giant's Step|battle for Farbanti]] and continued to provide data analysis during Strider's engagement with [[Sol Squadron]]. After both of [[Osea]] and [[Erusea]]'s satellite networks were destroyed, Long Caster guided the LRSSG to [[Gardos Air Base]].<ref name="AC7-M15">{{Cite game|AC7|M15}}</ref> |
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| − | === Operation Siren's Song === |
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| − | {{Quote|Platform purge confirmed. You just put the meat in between those buns and that burger is well done.|AWACS Long Caster}} |
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| − | Long Caster was first seen assisting Strider and Cyclops Squadrons during [[Operation Siren's Song]] after [[Trigger]] and [[Count]] joined the respective squadrons. He gives the team a heads up on what they're approaching, such as the fleet and supply bases. When either Trigger or [[Wiseman]] attacks one of the structural supports on one of the platforms, Long Caster updates their IFFs, allowing Trigger to "purge" the platforms more easily. After dealing irreparable damage to the enemy forces, Long Caster announces that the mission is accomplished. |
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| + | Cut off from Osean command, the LRSSG began to operate independently. On October 1, Long Caster made contact with Captain [[Karl]] of the [[Osean Ground Defense Force]], who was escorting Erusean General [[Édouard Labarthe]] to safety. Despite the LRSSG successfully escorting Labarthe to an evacuation helicopter, the [[Operation Gorgon|operation]] ultimately failed due to Erusean radicals providing [[AWACS Argus]] with false information, causing Labarthe to be killed by friendly fire; as a result, the LRSSG's commander suffered a nervous breakdown, and Long Caster was forced to take interim command.<ref name="AC7-M16">{{Cite game|AC7|M16}}</ref> Nine days later, Long Caster oversaw the LRSSG operation to [[Operation Reflux|rescue Osean forces]] who were stranded on [[Tyler Island]] amidst infighting between the Erusean Conservatives and Radicals. Following the success of the main operation, Long Caster provided data on the supply ships that had launched from the [[mass driver]].<ref name="AC7-M17">{{Cite game|AC7|M17}}</ref> |
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| − | If Trigger deals a significant enough amount of damage to the enemy forces, Long Caster well tell the team that he's ordered dinner for them from the "Italian" bistro near the base. |
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| + | Two weeks later, the LRSSG was running low of supplies and needed to [[Operation Beehive|conduct an air raid]] to capture [[Shilage Castle]] in the former nation of [[Shilage]]. During the operation, Long Caster provided tactical data analysis regarding the [[X-02S Strike Wyvern]] to [[Trigger]] during his final dogfight with [[Mihaly A. Shilage]].<ref name="AC7-M18">{{Cite game|AC7|M18}}</ref> One week later, Long Caster gave orders to the coalition of Osean and Erusean forces which had gathered around the [[International Space Elevator]] in order to destroy the remaining Arsenal Bird.<ref name="AC7-M19">{{Cite game|AC7|M19}}</ref> The following morning, he coordinated the [[Operation Hush|attack]] on both [[ADF-11F Raven]]s, thereby aiding in their destruction. Shortly afterward, Long Caster commented on Captain [[Kei Nagase (AC5)|Kei Nagase]]'s return to [[Earth]].<ref name="AC7-M20">{{Cite game|AC7|M20}}</ref> |
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| − | === Operation Dragon Breath === |
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| − | The damage caused in the previous operation has given the Osean forces a chance to destroy one of the [[Arsenal Bird|Arsenal Birds]] by using [[Stonehenge]]. Strider and Cyclops squadrons are deployed to the area to provide close air support for other defending forces. If any bombers or helicopters are inbound, Long Caster will alert Trigger to them. |
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| − | Unfortunately, Erusian agents had attacked and destroyed survey vehicles, which were supposed to help Stonehenge get an accurate shot on the Arsenal Bird. Soon, the Arsenal Bird enters the airspace. Long Caster orders Trigger and Wiseman to destroy the main propellers on the Arsenal Bird while everyone else holds off the drones. With the Arsenal Bird slowed down, Stonehenge is able to successfully fire at and destroy Arsenal Bird. |
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| + | *Long Caster's Japanese voice actor is [[Kenji Nomura]], who previously voiced [[Marcus Snow]] in ''[[Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War]]'' and [[Doug Robinson]] in ''[[Ace Combat: Assault Horizon]]''. |
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| + | *In the mission "[[Fleet Destruction]]", Long Caster makes mention of an "Italian bistro", despite Italy being a real-world country opposed to one in [[Strangereal]]. |
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| − | === Operation Magic Spear === |
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| − | Erusean forces have activated several IRBM silos in [[Sierraplata]] in order to destroy incoming Osean forces. In response, Strider Squadron was deployed in order to destroy all of the missiles. Long Caster lets Trigger know that some of the missile silos are fake. After destroying "all" five of the missile silos, three more pop up from hidden locations, and Long Caster informs the squadron of their arrival and departure. |
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| − | === Operation Werewolf === |
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| − | Long Caster tracks Trigger's progress through the canyon, reminding him to stay below 600 feet. After Strider squadron successfully traverses the canyon, they begin their attack on the base to cover for [[Basilisk Team]]. If any enemies attack Basilisk, Long Caster will order Strider squadron to defend them. |
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| − | === Operation Giant's Step === |
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| − | === Operation Gorgon === |
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| − | With Osea's satellite system down, Long Caster must analyse footage from Strider squadron to identify unknown targets. He informs the squadron that every target must be identified before firing on them. Along the way, he occasionally updates the IFF of all Osean forces in the area. After enough time, [[Labarthe]] and [[Karl]] reach the helicopter and takes off in it. |
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| − | A [[Kawasaki C-1]] enters the airspace above [[Anchorhead Bay]], with an announcement that while they have escort fighters, they are just a civilian liaison and do not intend to engage in combat. They are attacked by several fighters, but Long Caster orders Strider squadron to identify the fighters before taking any action. They are identified as Erusean, and are subsequently shot down. |
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| − | Suddenly, the escorts begin attacking Strider squadron. The [[Schroeder|pilot]] informs Long Caster that they are [[Unmanned aerial vehicle|drones]] acting autonomously, giving them permission to shoot down the escorts. After Strider squadron shoots down the drones, Long Caster declares a mission a success and returns to base along with the squadron. |
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| − | === Operation Reflux === |
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| − | Several Osean ships are sighted at the coast of the [[Tyler Island|island]], and while they prepare to attack the incoming aircraft, Long Caster informs the ships that they're friendly, and has Strider squadron defend the nearby ground force. The Osean soldiers ask Long Caster to help allies scattered around the island, and he pledges to what he can. If any bombers are inbound, Long Caster will inform Trigger of them. |
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| − | After a majority of the Erusean forces are destroyed, a transmission is received from [[Avril Mead|Avril]], and while Long Caster is skeptical, Count lets him know she's a friend. Avril requests help for some refugees and herself in exchange for information, but without any way to mark the attacking tanks, [[Rosa Cossette D'Elise|Rosa]] throws a smoke canister at the enemies, marking them for fire. After Strider squadron destroys the enemy vehicles, Avril tells Long Caster that "the supply ships will take off soon". Right then, two supply ships are launched from the [[mass driver]] to supply the Arsenal Bird. They are shot down by Strider squadron before they can leave the area. With Tyler Island in complete anarchy, Long Caster and Strider squadron are forced to return back to base. |
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| − | === Operation Beehive === |
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| − | Since there are no allies near [[Shilage Castle]], Long Caster marks all the unknown units as hostile. After Strider squadron neutralizes all the anti-air defenses near the castle, Sol squadron appears and engages them. Long Caster's demand for their surrender does not work, and a [[EML|railgun]] shot suddenly rips through the air. Mihaly, piloting an [[X-02S Strike Wyvern]] enters the airspace and engages Trigger. Long Caster demands that Mihaly lands as well, but to no avail. Once the X-02S is shot down, the helicopter retrieves the supplies and all aircraft return to base. |
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Revision as of 00:52, 7 March 2020
- "Sorry, but I'm gonna eat while I work. My judgement goes fuzzy when I'm too hungry."
- ― AWACS Long Caster[1]
AWACS Long Caster is the callsign of an Osean Air Defense Force AWACS which participated in the Lighthouse War. Long Caster often worked in tandem with Long Range Strategic Strike Group squadrons, Cyclops and Strider.
He often packs food in the aircraft on long-distance flights. With a cheerful personality, he always lightens the mood for the team.[2]
Biography
When the Long Range Strategic Strike Group conducted an air raid on the Erusean Royal Navy platforms stationed at Snider's Top, Long Caster relayed tactical data to both Cyclops and Stider squadrons.[1] Nine days after Operation Siren's Song, he once coordinated the defense of Stonehenge and aided the operation to succeed, resulting in the destruction of Arsenal Bird Liberty.[3] On September 2, 2019, he once again served as the AWACS during Operation Magic Spear[4] and two days later during Operation Sighthound, where the Osean Maritime Defense Force attempted to capture the advanced nuclear submarine Alicorn, with the support of Strider Squadron.[5]
Following the Alicorn's escape, Long Caster led the LRSSG during a raid on Anchorhead,[5] and once again during final encounter with the submarine sometime later. After the ordeal with the Alicorn, he aided the LRSSG in capturing an Erusean base in Cape Rainy.[6] Three days later, he led the LRSSG once again during the battle for Farbanti and continued to provide data analysis during Strider's engagement with Sol Squadron. After both of Osea and Erusea's satellite networks were destroyed, Long Caster guided the LRSSG to Gardos Air Base.[7]
Cut off from Osean command, the LRSSG began to operate independently. On October 1, Long Caster made contact with Captain Karl of the Osean Ground Defense Force, who was escorting Erusean General Édouard Labarthe to safety. Despite the LRSSG successfully escorting Labarthe to an evacuation helicopter, the operation ultimately failed due to Erusean radicals providing AWACS Argus with false information, causing Labarthe to be killed by friendly fire; as a result, the LRSSG's commander suffered a nervous breakdown, and Long Caster was forced to take interim command.[8] Nine days later, Long Caster oversaw the LRSSG operation to rescue Osean forces who were stranded on Tyler Island amidst infighting between the Erusean Conservatives and Radicals. Following the success of the main operation, Long Caster provided data on the supply ships that had launched from the mass driver.[9]
Two weeks later, the LRSSG was running low of supplies and needed to conduct an air raid to capture Shilage Castle in the former nation of Shilage. During the operation, Long Caster provided tactical data analysis regarding the X-02S Strike Wyvern to Trigger during his final dogfight with Mihaly A. Shilage.[10] One week later, Long Caster gave orders to the coalition of Osean and Erusean forces which had gathered around the International Space Elevator in order to destroy the remaining Arsenal Bird.[11] The following morning, he coordinated the attack on both ADF-11F Ravens, thereby aiding in their destruction. Shortly afterward, Long Caster commented on Captain Kei Nagase's return to Earth.[12]
Trivia
- Long Caster's Japanese voice actor is Kenji Nomura, who previously voiced Marcus Snow in Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War and Doug Robinson in Ace Combat: Assault Horizon.
- In the mission "Fleet Destruction", Long Caster makes mention of an "Italian bistro", despite Italy being a real-world country opposed to one in Strangereal.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Fleet Destruction", Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown. Cite error: Invalid
<ref>tag; name "AC7-M11" defined multiple times with different content - ↑ https://ace7.acecombat.jp/clm/column03.php
- ↑ Mission 12: "Stonehenge Defensive", Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
- ↑ Mission 13: "Bunker Buster", Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 SP Mission 02: "Anchorhead Raid", Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
- ↑ Mission 14: "Cape Rainy Assault", Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
- ↑ Mission 15: "Battle for Farbanti", Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
- ↑ Mission 16: "Last Hope", Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
- ↑ Mission 17: "Homeward", Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
- ↑ Mission 18: "Lost Kingdom", Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
- ↑ Mission 19: "Lighthouse", Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.
- ↑ Mission 20: "Dark Blue", Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.