Ancient-Shivan War (campaign) - Revision history

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	::''For canon information about the Ancients, click [[Ancients\|here]].''		::''For canon information about the Ancients, click [[Ancients\|here]].''

	'''''Ancient-Shivan War''''' ( a.k.a. ASW ) is a mod for FreeSpace 2 Open that attempts to replicate the battles between the Shivans and the Ancients.		'''''Ancient-Shivan War''''' ( a.k.a. ASW ) is a mod for FreeSpace 2 Open that attempts to replicate the battles between the Shivans and the Ancients. The mod has released two acts, but the third act was canceled.

	[[Image:RScreen0012.jpg\|thumb\|right\|480px\|An [[AD Odigitria \| Odigitria]]-class destroyer in action]]		[[Image:RScreen0012.jpg\|thumb\|right\|480px\|An [[AD Odigitria \| Odigitria]]-class destroyer in action]]
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	==Player comments==		==Player comments==
			===Act I comments===
	ASW is a solid, high-quality mod with a unique atmosphere. While the plot is rather simple, it provides a much-needed background for further releases. The Ancients are portrayed as an arrogant race that views itself invincible, and that's essentially the point of Act I. Combat is slower paced than that of most FS mods, which derives from the underdeveloped weapons the belligerents use. The mod placed the most emphasis on graphics (including a new interface, effects, backgrounds) and it looks really good. Custom music also gives a boost to an already alien atmosphere. The only problem I can see with the re-release is the endless wave of uncounterable Aesdherian missiles in the early missions, making survival a matter of luck, not skill or clever tactics. I recommend ASW for all who seek a diversion from the original FreeSpace feel. - [[User:TopAce\|TopAce]] 18:18, 11 November 2010 (UTC)		ASW is a solid, high-quality mod with a unique atmosphere. While the plot is rather simple, it provides a much-needed background for further releases. The Ancients are portrayed as an arrogant race that views itself invincible, and that's essentially the point of Act I. Combat is slower paced than that of most FS mods, which derives from the underdeveloped weapons the belligerents use. The mod placed the most emphasis on graphics (including a new interface, effects, backgrounds) and it looks really good. Custom music also gives a boost to an already alien atmosphere. The only problem I can see with the re-release is the endless wave of uncounterable Aesdherian missiles in the early missions, making survival a matter of luck, not skill or clever tactics. I recommend ASW for all who seek a diversion from the original FreeSpace feel. - [[User:TopAce\|TopAce]] 18:18, 11 November 2010 (UTC)

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	From a gameplay perspective, ASW is interesting: combat is faster-paced than in FS1, but slower than in FS2; this is largely because of the weaponry the Ancient warships use. Instead of beam cannons, they are equipped with what are essentially advanced blob turrets. The storyline is fairly basic, but it does have one interesting feature; rather than being portrayed as victims, the Ancients, intentionally or unintentionally, come off as an army of xenocidal racists that brought on their own destruction. Definitely worth a playthrough. 8.5/10 - Apollo.		From a gameplay perspective, ASW is interesting: combat is faster-paced than in FS1, but slower than in FS2; this is largely because of the weaponry the Ancient warships use. Instead of beam cannons, they are equipped with what are essentially advanced blob turrets. The storyline is fairly basic, but it does have one interesting feature; rather than being portrayed as victims, the Ancients, intentionally or unintentionally, come off as an army of xenocidal racists that brought on their own destruction. Definitely worth a playthrough. 8.5/10 - Apollo.

			===Act II comments===

	==See also==		==See also==
	* [[Ancient-Shivan War Campaign Walkthrough]]		* [[Ancient-Shivan War Campaign Walkthrough]]
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	==Related links==		==Related links==
			*'''[http://www.hard-light.net/forums/index.php?topic=82887.0 Act II release thread]'''
	* [http://www.sectorgame.com/ASW Ancient-Shivan War Website \| Sectorgame.com]		* [http://www.sectorgame.com/ASW Ancient-Shivan War Website \| Sectorgame.com]
	* [http://www.sectorgame.com/forums/viewforum.php?f=54&sid=0a0de80d7241420478a827c1ab3b86b3 Ancient-Shivan War Forum \| Sectorgame.com]		* [http://www.sectorgame.com/forums/viewforum.php?f=54&sid=0a0de80d7241420478a827c1ab3b86b3 Ancient-Shivan War Forum \| Sectorgame.com]

Apollo: Changed my comment

2012-11-05T11:05:30Z

Changed my comment

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	One of the best mods. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything works without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo		One of the best mods. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything works without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo

	From a gameplay perspective, ASW is interesting: combat is faster-paced than in FS1, but slower than in FS2; this is largely because of the weaponry the Ancient warships use. Instead of beam cannons, they are equipped with what are essentially advanced blob turrets. The storyline is fairly basic, but it does have one interesting feature; rather than being portrayed as victims, the Ancients, intentionally or unintentionally, come off as an army of xenocidal racists that brought on their own destruction~~. I actually found myself rooting for the Shivans, simply because the Ancient are worse than they are~~. Definitely worth a playthrough. 8.5/10 - Apollo.		From a gameplay perspective, ASW is interesting: combat is faster-paced than in FS1, but slower than in FS2; this is largely because of the weaponry the Ancient warships use. Instead of beam cannons, they are equipped with what are essentially advanced blob turrets. The storyline is fairly basic, but it does have one interesting feature; rather than being portrayed as victims, the Ancients, intentionally or unintentionally, come off as an army of xenocidal racists that brought on their own destruction. Definitely worth a playthrough. 8.5/10 - Apollo.
	==See also==		==See also==
	* [[Ancient-Shivan War Campaign Walkthrough]]		* [[Ancient-Shivan War Campaign Walkthrough]]

Apollo at 12:42, 2 October 2012

2012-10-02T12:42:52Z

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	One of the best mods. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything works without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo		One of the best mods. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything works without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo

	From a gameplay perspective, ASW is interesting: combat is faster-paced than in FS1, but slower than in FS2; this is largely because of the weaponry the Ancient warships use. Instead of beam cannons, they are equipped with what are essentially advanced blob turrets. The storyline is fairly basic, but it does have one interesting feature; rather than being portrayed as victims, the Ancients, intentionally or unintentionally, come off as an army of xenocidal racists that brought on their own destruction.~~. This makes it (in my opinion) very satisfying when~~ the Shivans ~~finally attack them~~, ~~which contrasts greatly with almost any other FS mod~~. Definitely worth a playthrough. 8.5/10 - Apollo.		From a gameplay perspective, ASW is interesting: combat is faster-paced than in FS1, but slower than in FS2; this is largely because of the weaponry the Ancient warships use. Instead of beam cannons, they are equipped with what are essentially advanced blob turrets. The storyline is fairly basic, but it does have one interesting feature; rather than being portrayed as victims, the Ancients, intentionally or unintentionally, come off as an army of xenocidal racists that brought on their own destruction. I actually found myself rooting for the Shivans, simply because the Ancient are worse than they are. Definitely worth a playthrough. 8.5/10 - Apollo.
	==See also==		==See also==
	* [[Ancient-Shivan War Campaign Walkthrough]]		* [[Ancient-Shivan War Campaign Walkthrough]]

Apollo at 12:39, 2 October 2012

2012-10-02T12:39:58Z

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	One of the best mods. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything works without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo		One of the best mods. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything works without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo

	From a gameplay perspective, ASW is interesting: combat is faster-paced than in FS1, but slower than in FS2; this is largely because of the weaponry the Ancient warships use. Instead of beam cannons, they are equipped with what are essentially advanced blob turrets. The storyline is fairly basic, but it does have one interesting feature; rather than being portrayed as victims, the Ancients, intentionally or unintentionally, come off as an army of ~~sociopathic~~ racists. This makes it (in my opinion) very satisfying when the Shivans finally attack them, which contrasts greatly with almost any other FS mod. Definitely worth a playthrough. 8.5/10 - Apollo.		From a gameplay perspective, ASW is interesting: combat is faster-paced than in FS1, but slower than in FS2; this is largely because of the weaponry the Ancient warships use. Instead of beam cannons, they are equipped with what are essentially advanced blob turrets. The storyline is fairly basic, but it does have one interesting feature; rather than being portrayed as victims, the Ancients, intentionally or unintentionally, come off as an army of xenocidal racists that brought on their own destruction.. This makes it (in my opinion) very satisfying when the Shivans finally attack them, which contrasts greatly with almost any other FS mod. Definitely worth a playthrough. 8.5/10 - Apollo.
	==See also==		==See also==
	* [[Ancient-Shivan War Campaign Walkthrough]]		* [[Ancient-Shivan War Campaign Walkthrough]]

Apollo at 00:49, 28 August 2012

2012-08-28T00:49:05Z

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	One of the best mods. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything works without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo		One of the best mods. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything works without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo

			From a gameplay perspective, ASW is interesting: combat is faster-paced than in FS1, but slower than in FS2; this is largely because of the weaponry the Ancient warships use. Instead of beam cannons, they are equipped with what are essentially advanced blob turrets. The storyline is fairly basic, but it does have one interesting feature; rather than being portrayed as victims, the Ancients, intentionally or unintentionally, come off as an army of sociopathic racists. This makes it (in my opinion) very satisfying when the Shivans finally attack them, which contrasts greatly with almost any other FS mod. Definitely worth a playthrough. 8.5/10 - Apollo.
	==See also==		==See also==
	* [[Ancient-Shivan War Campaign Walkthrough]]		* [[Ancient-Shivan War Campaign Walkthrough]]

MrTealTwo: /* Player comments */

2011-10-01T09:32:37Z

Player comments

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	ASW is a solid, high-quality mod with a unique atmosphere. While the plot is rather simple, it provides a much-needed background for further releases. The Ancients are portrayed as an arrogant race that views itself invincible, and that's essentially the point of Act I. Combat is slower paced than that of most FS mods, which derives from the underdeveloped weapons the belligerents use. The mod placed the most emphasis on graphics (including a new interface, effects, backgrounds) and it looks really good. Custom music also gives a boost to an already alien atmosphere. The only problem I can see with the re-release is the endless wave of uncounterable Aesdherian missiles in the early missions, making survival a matter of luck, not skill or clever tactics. I recommend ASW for all who seek a diversion from the original FreeSpace feel. - [[User:TopAce\|TopAce]] 18:18, 11 November 2010 (UTC)		ASW is a solid, high-quality mod with a unique atmosphere. While the plot is rather simple, it provides a much-needed background for further releases. The Ancients are portrayed as an arrogant race that views itself invincible, and that's essentially the point of Act I. Combat is slower paced than that of most FS mods, which derives from the underdeveloped weapons the belligerents use. The mod placed the most emphasis on graphics (including a new interface, effects, backgrounds) and it looks really good. Custom music also gives a boost to an already alien atmosphere. The only problem I can see with the re-release is the endless wave of uncounterable Aesdherian missiles in the early missions, making survival a matter of luck, not skill or clever tactics. I recommend ASW for all who seek a diversion from the original FreeSpace feel. - [[User:TopAce\|TopAce]] 18:18, 11 November 2010 (UTC)

	~~I really like this one~~. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything works without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo		One of the best mods. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything works without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo

	==See also==		==See also==

MrTealTwo: /* Player comments */

2011-09-20T07:20:29Z

Player comments

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	ASW is a solid, high-quality mod with a unique atmosphere. While the plot is rather simple, it provides a much-needed background for further releases. The Ancients are portrayed as an arrogant race that views itself invincible, and that's essentially the point of Act I. Combat is slower paced than that of most FS mods, which derives from the underdeveloped weapons the belligerents use. The mod placed the most emphasis on graphics (including a new interface, effects, backgrounds) and it looks really good. Custom music also gives a boost to an already alien atmosphere. The only problem I can see with the re-release is the endless wave of uncounterable Aesdherian missiles in the early missions, making survival a matter of luck, not skill or clever tactics. I recommend ASW for all who seek a diversion from the original FreeSpace feel. - [[User:TopAce\|TopAce]] 18:18, 11 November 2010 (UTC)		ASW is a solid, high-quality mod with a unique atmosphere. While the plot is rather simple, it provides a much-needed background for further releases. The Ancients are portrayed as an arrogant race that views itself invincible, and that's essentially the point of Act I. Combat is slower paced than that of most FS mods, which derives from the underdeveloped weapons the belligerents use. The mod placed the most emphasis on graphics (including a new interface, effects, backgrounds) and it looks really good. Custom music also gives a boost to an already alien atmosphere. The only problem I can see with the re-release is the endless wave of uncounterable Aesdherian missiles in the early missions, making survival a matter of luck, not skill or clever tactics. I recommend ASW for all who seek a diversion from the original FreeSpace feel. - [[User:TopAce\|TopAce]] 18:18, 11 November 2010 (UTC)

	I really like this one. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything ~~worked~~ without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo		I really like this one. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything works without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo

	==See also==		==See also==

MrTealTwo: /* Player comments */

2011-09-20T07:19:33Z

Player comments

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	==Player comments==		==Player comments==
	ASW is a solid, high-quality mod with a unique atmosphere. While the plot is rather simple, it provides a much-needed background for further releases. The Ancients are portrayed as an arrogant race that views itself invincible, and that's essentially the point of Act I. Combat is slower paced than that of most FS mods, which derives from the underdeveloped weapons the belligerents use. The mod placed the most emphasis on graphics (including a new interface, effects, backgrounds) and it looks really good. Custom music also gives a boost to an already alien atmosphere. The only problem I can see with the re-release is the endless wave of uncounterable Aesdherian missiles in the early missions, making survival a matter of luck, not skill or clever tactics. I recommend ASW for all who seek a diversion from the original FreeSpace feel. - [[User:TopAce\|TopAce]] 18:18, 11 November 2010 (UTC)		ASW is a solid, high-quality mod with a unique atmosphere. While the plot is rather simple, it provides a much-needed background for further releases. The Ancients are portrayed as an arrogant race that views itself invincible, and that's essentially the point of Act I. Combat is slower paced than that of most FS mods, which derives from the underdeveloped weapons the belligerents use. The mod placed the most emphasis on graphics (including a new interface, effects, backgrounds) and it looks really good. Custom music also gives a boost to an already alien atmosphere. The only problem I can see with the re-release is the endless wave of uncounterable Aesdherian missiles in the early missions, making survival a matter of luck, not skill or clever tactics. I recommend ASW for all who seek a diversion from the original FreeSpace feel. - [[User:TopAce\|TopAce]] 18:18, 11 November 2010 (UTC)

			I really like this one. The overall atmosphere is awesome, hugely thanks to the excellent choice of music. Everything worked without a hitch, which is a lot in and of itself. The plot may not be a Blue Planet -esque in-depth work of art, but it is very solid. Definitely a Thumbs Up. -MrTealTwo

	==See also==		==See also==

TopAce: madaboutitalics

2011-03-11T15:14:28Z

madaboutitalics

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	[[File:ASW.jpg\|center\|Ain't she pretty?]]		[[File:ASW.jpg\|center\|Ain't she pretty?]]
	For canon information about the Ancients, click [[Ancients\|here]].		::''For canon information about the Ancients, click [[Ancients\|here]].''

	'''''Ancient-Shivan War''''' ( a.k.a. ASW ) is a mod for FreeSpace 2 Open that attempts to replicate the battles between the Shivans and the Ancients.		'''''Ancient-Shivan War''''' ( a.k.a. ASW ) is a mod for FreeSpace 2 Open that attempts to replicate the battles between the Shivans and the Ancients.

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	* [[Ancient-Shivan War Campaign Walkthrough]]		* [[Ancient-Shivan War Campaign Walkthrough]]
	* [[:Category:Ancient-Shivan War]]		* [[:Category:Ancient-Shivan War]]
			* [[List of Command Brief Animations (ASW)\|ASW Custom Command Briefing Animations]]

	==Related links==		==Related links==