1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:04,000 This podcast reports news as if it's from the video game Helldivers, 2 00:00:04,000 --> 00:00:09,600 but is not associated with the creators and not affiliated with Arrowhead Game Studios in any way. 3 00:00:10,400 --> 00:00:15,300 This podcast is an original concept of a radio station within a fictional universe, 4 00:00:15,300 --> 00:00:21,000 and is protected under Section 107 of the Copyright Act for Fair Use Legal Doctrine, 5 00:00:21,000 --> 00:00:25,800 permits the usage of criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching and research. 6 00:00:25,800 --> 00:00:29,800 All characters, sounds and music are original to this podcast. 7 00:00:43,800 --> 00:00:49,800 Good morning, citizens of Super Earth. I'm Rick Bones, your dedicated host for today's Wartime Bulletin. 8 00:00:49,800 --> 00:00:56,800 Broadcasting on GNR 107, we're here to deliver critical updates from across the galaxy. 9 00:00:56,800 --> 00:01:01,300 Stay tuned, because in the next few minutes, we'll cover the latest mission outcomes, 10 00:01:01,300 --> 00:01:04,800 intel advisories and breaking news on a failed major order. 11 00:01:04,800 --> 00:01:10,800 Along with info on Squad TNT, let's dive in. But before we get to the news, a special announcement. 12 00:01:11,800 --> 00:01:16,800 Attention all drama lovers! Did you catch our special Halloween audio drama? 13 00:01:16,800 --> 00:01:22,300 It's a thrilling adventure as we find out why we call Bulldog Bulldog, 14 00:01:22,300 --> 00:01:28,800 a perfect blend of suspense and action available now on Helldivers Radio. 15 00:01:28,800 --> 00:01:33,800 Don't miss out. Tune in for this experience unlike any other. 16 00:01:34,800 --> 00:01:39,300 First on the agenda, Helldivers faced a significant setback this morning. 17 00:01:39,300 --> 00:01:44,300 Despite heroic efforts, High Command's major order fell short of complete success. 18 00:01:44,300 --> 00:01:47,300 Out of three objectives, only two were achieved. 19 00:01:47,300 --> 00:01:52,800 While we managed to secure the automaton database and limit bot territorial expansion, 20 00:01:52,800 --> 00:01:56,800 the Terminid Research Preserve remains a vulnerable target. 21 00:01:56,800 --> 00:02:04,300 Security forces have doubled down, ensuring vital research continues uninterrupted at the Xeno Entomology Center. 22 00:02:04,300 --> 00:02:07,800 Stay sharp, Helldivers. There's no room for complacency. 23 00:02:07,800 --> 00:02:10,800 Meanwhile, urgent intel updates are rolling in. 24 00:02:10,800 --> 00:02:16,300 Our friends at the Xeno Entomology Center report imminent Terminid attacks on gloom-adjacent planets. 25 00:02:16,300 --> 00:02:20,300 If you're stationed near these hotspots, prepare for immediate deployment. 26 00:02:20,300 --> 00:02:26,300 As for the automaton database, decryption has revealed a crucial Jet Brigade staging ground. 27 00:02:26,300 --> 00:02:32,300 Our analysts are working around the clock, but it seems the Jet Brigade is recovering faster than anticipated. 28 00:02:32,300 --> 00:02:36,800 Now to look at the gains and loses. Fact Bay is liberated. 29 00:02:36,800 --> 00:02:45,300 Thanks to the bravery of 8,716 Helldivers, the Terminids have been ousted, and our troops are redeploying to new threats. 30 00:02:45,300 --> 00:02:47,800 Super Earth salutes their valor. 31 00:02:47,800 --> 00:02:52,800 Blistika and Mentoria, however, suffered crushing defeats to the automatons. 32 00:02:52,800 --> 00:02:56,300 Despite valiant efforts, our forces had to retreat. 33 00:02:56,300 --> 00:03:04,300 High Command has ordered 202 troops to prepare for a counteroffensive on Blistika and 548 to retake Mentoria. 34 00:03:04,300 --> 00:03:07,300 We won't let these losses go unavenged. 35 00:03:07,300 --> 00:03:17,300 At Marfark, Helldivers secured a decisive defense, driving back the automatons and holding firm with 7,373 troops now reassigned. 36 00:03:17,300 --> 00:03:26,300 Similarly, Zaniya Prime stands strong after a hard-fought victory, with 16,688 troops remaining vigilant. 37 00:03:26,300 --> 00:03:33,800 Demiurge saw a massive automaton assault, but our 13,255 Helldivers secured yet another victory. 38 00:03:33,800 --> 00:03:37,300 Keeping the planet firmly under Super Earth's control. 39 00:03:37,300 --> 00:03:46,300 On Pandian 44, Helldivers earned a strategic win, liberating the planet with 12,942 troops securing the area. 40 00:03:46,300 --> 00:03:54,300 And to cap it off, G'Krux was liberated from the Terminids with 30,061 troops ready to deploy to new fronts. 41 00:03:54,300 --> 00:04:01,300 These victories showcase our indomitable spirit and unwavering resolve. Onward for Super Earth. 42 00:04:01,300 --> 00:04:09,300 On a lighter note, Helldiver Squad TNT, this couple made headlines for braving the automaton scourge on Halloween. 43 00:04:09,300 --> 00:04:15,300 Against all odds, they emerged victorious, navigating chaos while donning Halloween-themed. 44 00:04:15,300 --> 00:04:20,300 Watched them as they dive headfirst into the depths of Hell to take on their most frightening challenge, 45 00:04:20,300 --> 00:04:24,300 using a loadout that they drew from a foggy-filled witch's calderon. 46 00:04:24,300 --> 00:04:31,800 From hordes of demonic bugs or murderous cyborgs to treacherous terrain, they're pushing bravery to new limits. 47 00:04:31,800 --> 00:04:38,300 Can they emerge victorious, or will we succumb to the horrors that await them? Watch to find out. 48 00:04:38,300 --> 00:04:41,300 That wraps up today's Wartime Bulletin. 49 00:04:41,300 --> 00:04:48,800 Today's Wartime Bulletin was packed with critical updates, breaking news, and a look into our latest triumphs and challenges. 50 00:04:48,800 --> 00:04:57,300 Hosted by Rick Bones on GNR 107, we started the broadcast with a special announcement for all drama enthusiasts. 51 00:04:57,300 --> 00:05:01,800 Helldiver's Radio has released an exhilarating Halloween audio drama. 52 00:05:01,800 --> 00:05:08,800 This adventure, rich with suspense and action, dives into the legend of Bulldog and why he's earned his fierce nickname. 53 00:05:08,800 --> 00:05:12,300 Be sure to tune in for this one-of-a-kind experience. 54 00:05:12,300 --> 00:05:14,800 With that, we concluded today's Bulletin. 55 00:05:14,800 --> 00:05:20,800 Our mission spans the galaxy, driven by unity, courage, and the relentless spirit of democracy. 56 00:05:20,800 --> 00:05:26,300 This was Rick Bones signing off. Stay vigilant, Helldivers, and fight on for Super Earth! 57 00:05:26,300 --> 00:05:28,300 Now, back to the music. 58 00:05:28,300 --> 00:05:34,300 You have rated the top 100, starting with Jones and the gang and their new song called Clock in Blues. 59 00:05:34,300 --> 00:05:45,300 I'm Jessica, your morning DJ. 60 00:06:34,300 --> 00:06:43,300 On dreams I've drowned, unseen struggle, misunderstood grind, same old story, hope hard to find. 61 00:06:43,300 --> 00:06:49,800 Job lines, rejections, repeat again, stuck in this never-ending spin. 62 00:06:49,800 --> 00:06:56,800 60-hour slogs, no cheer or praise, hands rough, lost count of the days. 63 00:06:56,800 --> 00:07:03,300 Manager strolls by lost in the clouds, my sweat builds his castle's proud. 64 00:07:03,300 --> 00:07:09,800 Organization slips through my grasp, files and plans fade like forgotten past. 65 00:07:09,800 --> 00:07:30,300 Failure's voice creeps close and near, order lost, chaos whispering clear. 66 00:07:30,300 --> 00:07:36,800 Clock ticks echo, chatter runs steep, steel toes march through the endless grind. 67 00:07:36,800 --> 00:07:43,800 Rap meets twang, rhythm intertwined, why stay bound to these unpaid dreams? 68 00:07:43,800 --> 00:07:50,300 Bills don't wait, life ain't what it seems, layoff shadow every restless night. 69 00:07:50,300 --> 00:07:57,300 Dreams grow dimmer, with each hard fight, no spotlight shines for the hands that build. 70 00:07:57,300 --> 00:08:03,800 Mind worn thin, ambitions killed, chasing dreams that fade to gray. 71 00:08:03,800 --> 00:08:10,800 Hopes once bright now slip away, labor lost in a world so fast. 72 00:08:10,800 --> 00:08:20,800 Praying for breaks that never last, Clock in blues, weights on my chest, lost in this town that won't let me rest. 73 00:08:20,800 --> 00:08:27,300 Pick up trucks under neon light, struggles unseen, working all night. 74 00:08:27,300 --> 00:08:33,800 Building this world, unacknowledged fight, invisible labor, out of sight. 75 00:08:33,800 --> 00:08:51,300 Rinse, repeat, hustle and grind, bread bought with pieces of my mind. 76 00:09:03,800 --> 00:09:09,800 Thanks for listening.