User blog:Monkey Doctor 33/The First Order (Star Wars: the Force Awakens) vs ADVENT (XCOM 2)

First Order vs ADVENT


Hey guys, it's MD 33 here, bringing you another battle. So, I do know that my previous season was related to Star Wars, but why do I put this battle into Season 3? Well, honestly, I decided to put Old Man Logan vs Jason Voorhees instead of this one because I figured out that this battle might be the most complicated battle I've ever made. Because while the two warrior groups in this battle are similar, to compare them, it's freaking hard... Anyways. Still, I think that this'll be a good battle. The remnants of the Galactic Empire, that wanted to bring back the evil ways of the Empire, facing up against an organization that collaborated with the alien invaders after 2015's "Unification", and they're the main enemy, next to the Aliens, of the now-resistance-like-XCOM. Basically, both of these organizations/groups once fought another rebel group, and both of them failed (well, technically, the First Order still exists after fighting the Resistance, while ADVENT's fate is unknown after they lost). Still, anywayas, let's just step right into the battle between these sci-fi elites!

The First Order, an organization made by the old members of the Galactic Empire, who wanted to bring back their once-tyrannical ways and destroy the New Republic, led by the fearful Supreme Leader Snoke, and his right-hand-man, the son of Han Solo, Kylo Ren.

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ADVENT, an organization who worked together with the alien invaders, after Earth failed to defend itself against the invaders, and actively opposes XCOM's act to reclaim back and restore Earth to it's former self.

In this battle between sci-fi mongers...

Which is DEADLIEST?

The First Order
"It is the task of the First Order to remove the disorder from our own existence, so that civilization may be returned to the stability that promotes progress. A stability that existed under the Empire, was reduced to anarchy by the Rebellion, was inherited in turn by the so-called Republic, and will be restored by us. Future historians will look upon this as the time when a strong hand brought the rule of law back to civilization."

- Kylo Ren The First Order was a military and political organization, built by the former members of the Galactic Empire, such as officers. When the old Galactic Empire seemingly perished, the surviving members of the Empire managed to escape to the Unknown Regions, 30 years after the Battle of Endors. The First Order was developed there, and a massive militarization happened. They would later be led by the Dark Side user, Supreme Leader Snoke, with Kylo Ren serving as his right-hand man. They mobilized many Stormtroopers. and was deemed ready for war. However, they do had an opposition from former Rebel Alliance member, Leia Organa, with her new, privately-funded group, called the Resistance. And later on, the Resistance sparked a conflict with the First Order, which ended with the Resistance's victory, with the help of former Stormtrooper, Finn, and other notable persons, such as Han Solo himself, Chewbacca, and a Force-sensitive human female named Rey.

ADVENT
"Now that we know that the ADVENT aren't pure human collaborators, but actual human hybrids, close analysis of the fallen troopers' tissue might shed some light on physiological changes the aliens have made..."

- Dr. Richard Tygan ADVENT was an organization that collaborated with the aliens, years after the first international-government-funded XCOM failed to repel the aliens' invasion. They're the main enforcers for the aliens, to the human world, and have manufactured many things throughout their existence. From advanced weapons, to even a type of fast food, ADVENT was commonly trusted by the general community, in terms of keeping them safe. They're XCOM's primary enemies in the early stages of the game/their resistance career, but later, they became more stronger, gaining more equipment, and they usually supported the aliens. Although ADVENT might be a powerful adversary for XCOM, seemingly, they later perished after XCOM revealed the truth, and won against the aliens themselves.

Stormtrooper (First Order)


The backbone of the First Order's military, the Stormtroopers were the main military units of the First Order. Their function was similar to those of their predecessors, the Stormtroopers of the Galactic Empire. Their armor was inspired by their predecessors, not only the "older" Stormtroopers, but the Stormtroopers' own predecessor, the Clone Troopers. They're the enforcers of the First Order, armed with powerful weapons. The Stormtroopers' training was intense, and the Stormtroopers were taken away from their parents, and to be trained since birth. They're said to be what the First Order can consider "super-soldiers".

Weapons

 * Main Weapon
 * F-11D Blaster Rifle: The main weapon of the First Order Stormtroopers. It was manufactured by Sonn-Blas Corporation, and was considered as a successor to the older Stormtrooper blaster rifle, the E-11 blaster rifle. The weapon features a J19 Electroscope, that has an 8-times magnification ("zoom-in"). It possesses a capacity of 500 shots, and a range of 300 meters. It was said to be a powerful blaster, and can be proved because it's an improvement of the already-powerful E-11 blaster rifle. This rifle is a semi-automatic weapon, although it can be switched to full-auto mode, at the cost of accuracy.
 * Secondary Weapon
 * SE-44C Blaster Pistol: This blaster pistol serves as the secondary weapon for the Stormtroopers. Not much was known about this pistol, but it possesses a feature of a vibrating pulser that can alert the user of the gun's low ammunition. As of the blaster pistol nature of the weapon, it can be assumed that it can deal a considerably heavy damage to the enemy.

ADVENT Trooper (ADVENT)


Like the opposing main soldier, the ADVENT Trooper serves as the main soldiers for the ADVENT forces. While they can be compared to the Sectoids from XCOM 1, which can be considered weak, they still can pose a threat to ADVENT's enemies, even if they're just cannon fodders. The ADVENT Troopers themselves weren't humans. They're instead, human-alien hybrids, engineered to become more effective in combat. Opposing the First Order Stormtroopers, instead of being trained for a long time to become an effective combat machine, the ADVENT Troopers were built to become an effective combat machine. There were 3 variations of these troopers in the game, They're the normal troopers, advanced troopers, and the elite troopers. For this battle, the variant used will be the advanced troopers, being stronger than normal ADVENT troopers. Although stronger than a normal human, ADVENT Troopers were known to be predictable due to their obedience, although they're capable of doing smart movements and strategic engagement.

Weapons

 * Main Weapon
 * ​Magnetic Rifle: Nearly all of the ADVENT forces use this type of weapon. Although it can be considered weak in XCOM 2 itself, for this battle, the rifle used will be those of the advanced troopers variant, being stronger than the normal troopers', but still can be compared to the F-11D blaster rifle. Even if it's not upgraded, the gun itself can actually damage XCOM soldiers that wear kevlar armor. And the advanced version, possesses a potential of insta-kill to the XCOM soldiers wearing the said armor. The rifle fires electromagnetically accelerated projectiles, that may increase the difficulty of dodging the projectile. The only thing "weakening" such said thing, is the ADVENT Troopers' marksmanship themselves.
 * Secondary Weapon
 * ​Grenade: A standard issue weapon for advanced ADVENT soldiers. The grenade can possess a threat to the enemy, although in XCOM 2, the damage's "not too lethal" (it "only" damages the XCOM soldiers for 2-3 damage, which can be considered low), realistically, it may can function like a normal grenade, being actually able to inflict an insta-kill. Not just that, the grenade can actually shred armor, adding the grenade's lethality level.

Riot Control Stormtrooper (First Order)


These Stormtroopers were a variant of the normal Stormtroopers, assigned to keep order on worlds within the grasp of the First Order. They were trained in riot-control tactics, and their weapons were non-lethal, mostly. The only lethal weapon these Stormtroopers can get was the F-11D blaster rifle. Although their riot batons may can be a lethal weapon, with prolonged shock. But still, it's questionable. For defense, they also brought a betaplast shield, because, well, they're for riot control.

Weapons

 * Main Weapon
 * ​Z6 Riot Control Baton: The main weapon of choice of these kind of troopers, they're a key to these Stormtroopers. Capable of rendering the target unconscious, this weapon was shaped like a tonfa, and was surprisingly capable of resisting a Lightsaber, as shown in the fight between Finn and "TR-8R"  FN-2199. The weapon itself was capable of being spun around.
 * Betaplast Shield: In conjunction of the riot control baton, this shield was used. Not much was known about the shield's capability, but generally, in the Star Wars universe, riot shields like this one, is capable of resisting blaster shots.
 * Ranged Weapon
 * ​F-11D Blaster Rifle: Same as the one the normal Stormtroopers use. However, these Stormtroopers will only use the blaster rifle in case the situation gets critical.

ADVENT Stun Lancer (ADVENT)


Compared to the Riot Control Stormtroopers, the ADVENT Stun Lancer is much more agressive. They're armed with a weapon called the "shock lance", that can render an enemy unconscious, but that doesn't mean that they can't kill. With prolonged shock, they can actually kill. Although deadly, they were known to have some issues. They're fanatical, and they don't care about their own safety. Their mobility seemingly was greater than the normal ADVENT Troopers, but in turn, more vulnerable. They still can survive being shot by an assault rifle, and can disorient enemies. They're also armed with the Magnetic Rifle, by default, as it's issued to all ADVENT soldiers.

Weapons

 * Main Weapon
 * ​Shock Lance: The fanatical troopers' main weapon, the shock lance is a weapon capable of dealing both lethal and non-lethal damage to enemies. They're seemingly deadlier than the Z6 riot control baton, and had a better range, due to it's sword-like nature, instead of being a tonfa-like weapon. Although seemingly deadlier, somehow, the ADVENT Stun Lancer himself can (maybe) sometimes miss striking the target with the weapon (in XCOM 2, the Stun Lancer possesses an aim stat, which can make an attack has a chance to miss, which also applies to the XCOM Ranger class' Slash ability).
 * Ranged Weapon
 * ​Magnetic Weapon: Same as the weapon that the ADVENT Trooper uses, but the Stun Lancer uses it rarely, primarily using their shock lances without any concern of their own safety. They only care about the death of the enemies. Still, the Stun Lancer can utilize cover and shoot this weapon if they want to.

Flametrooper (First Order)


Another variant of the First Order's Stormtroopers. the Flametroopers are the First Order's solution to dispatch multiple enemies at once. They utilize incendiary weapons, and wore a specialized Stormtrooper suit that makes them a bit resistant towards fire damage and reduce the glare they take from using their flamethrowers. They're used to flush out enemy soldiers out from entrenchments, or ensuing panic throughout enemy ranks. They synergize with the normal Stormtroopers by flushing out the enemies from the cover, while the Stormtroopers fire on the escaping enemies.
 * Main Weapon:
 * ​D-93 Incinerator Flamethrower: The main and only weapon the Flametroopers possess, as their function is not much for assaulting the enemies. The D-93 was the standard issue flamethrower for these Flametroopers. Depending on the wind condition, they had a range of 75 meters, and was powered through two fuel tanks that the Flametroopers wear like a backpack. It's similar to the modern-day flamethrowers, such as the LPO-50, and others.

ADVENT Officer (ADVENT)


''Do not mind about the ADVENT Officer wielding a pistol in the picture above. In the game, they don't use pistols.''

The commanding officer of most ADVENT soldiers, the ADVENT Officer are squad leaders of an ADVENT "pack". They're also assumed as commanders of an ADVENT soldier group. Whenever there are ADVENT Troopers, there'll at least be an ADVENT Officer. They wore red armor and cape, and there are several differences between the officers and the normal troopers. First, they possess a slightly advanced stats than the normal officers. Second, their main function isn't just for assaulting the enemy, but to support the other ADVENT units. They can also mark certain targets for the ADVENT Troopers/other units to fire on. That means that with the MARK ability, the officer can direct the other ADVENT units to focus-fire on a certain target. They also possess a grenade, similar to the troopers' grenades.
 * Main Weapon
 * ​Magnetic Rifle: Same as the Magnetic Rifles the other ADVENT units use. Although so, the officer's Magnetic Rifle is a bit stronger than the normal ADVENT Troopers' Magnetic Rifle.
 * Secondary Weapon
 * ​Grenade: Again, same as the ADVENT Troopers' grenades. It deals a considerablely moderate damage, while also shredding/damaging the armor of the enemies. The grenades can also destroy cover.
 * Special
 * ​Mark: The ADVENT Officer can mark ONE target for focus fire. When the ADVENT officer marks a target, nearly all the ADVENT units in the area will focus their attack on the target, making the target's survival chance lower.

Megablaster Heavy Assault Trooper (First Order)


If the First Order really wants heavy infantry firepower, they have the Megablaster Heavy Assault Trooper. Their armor is seemingly tougher than the ordinary Stormtroopers, but it may make them slower. Although to be honest, I am not sure if they're tougher than normal Stormtroopers, they would be slower than most other Stormtroopers because of their truly, big weapon. Their main weapon is the ultra-powerful FWMB-10 Repeating Blaster. While, not too ultra-powerful, it can really give a big pain on the enemies. They're capable of supressing the enemy, while also dealing heavy damage to the target. And when their big gun is cooling down, they still can use the F-11D Blaster Rifle.

Weapons

 * Main Weapon
 * ​FWMB-10 Repeating Blaster: A powerful, repeating blaster made by Sonn-Blas Corporation, this considerably massive, M60-like gun can be used to render enemy forces useless, and battered. Normal blaster bolts are already painful to normal humans, and other kinds of species in the Star Wars universe. But when the blaster rifle shoots out rapid-fire blaster bolts, it's gonna bring an even more painful attack. They feature integrated stands that can fold out from the blaster, making it capable of being both a stationary weapon, or mobile weapon. Although mostly it's a stationary blaster, being mounted somewhere else while it fires on the targets. Other than that, it features barrel cooling shrouds, which can cooldown the blaster faster ("reloading" it), steadying grips for greater accuracy, trigger levels (I have no idea what it can do), as well as data and power feeds. Other than that, there are calibration adjustment, elevation gear, and collimator sleeves. And to be honest I have no idea what those things can do.
 * Secondary Weapon
 * ​F-11D Blaster Rifle: Same as the other blaster rifles the First Order Stormtroopers, the Megablaster Troopers use this in case the Repeating Blaster isn't usable in a certain situation. On another note, the F-11D Blaster Rifle possesses a customizable stock for better accuracy.

ADVENT Shieldbearer (ADVENT)


ADVENT brings in a unique kind of soldier to support nearby soldiers and allies, while also bringing in heavy firepower with their upgraded Magnetic Rifles. The ADVENT Shieldbearer's armor is visibly tougher and heavier than normal ADVENT Troopers, and even some ADVENT Officers. The Shieldbearer is able to provide individual shields to nearby allies, boosting their defense, and even enhancing their armor capabilities, being able to be immune from being shredded apart. What makes them the heavy compared to the Megablaster Heavy Assault Trooper? Their Magnetic Rifles are stronger than normal Magnetic Rifles. They deal more damage. But other than that, nothing else.
 * Main Weapon
 * ​Magnetic Rifle: Similar to the other Magnetic Rifles ADVENT Troopers use, although the Shieldbearer's Magnetic Rifle is stronger, as mentioned previously. On a side note, the Magnetic Rifle is semi-automatic, usually, but ADVENT soldiers have been shown to fire it on a three-round burst.
 * Special
 * ​Energy Shield: The Shieldbearer's unique ability, is to provide nearby allies with energy shields that can increase their defense and armor capability. By the means of armor capability, means that the armor gets more durable. The shield is applied when the Shieldbearer slams his fist to the ground, and an "earthquake" happens around the Shieldbearer's surrounding area. This is how the Shieldbearer applies the shield . Like the Stun Lancer, they primarily use this ability, before shooting the enemies.

X-Factors

 * For the experience, it is equal. These two groups have dealt with considerably heavy problems throughout their history. While the First Order seemingly debuted later than the ADVENT, in the movie, they've been shown to have been around for at least 30 years or so, with chances of actually already dealing with other problems we don't know. ADVENT on the other hand, seemingly also lasted for at least 30 years, from 2015, they're already on Earth. But we're also shown about how ADVENT deal with problems. They've dealt with various XCOM soldiers, from rookies with less-advanced weapons, to reverse-engineered alien weapons they got, plus advanced armor.
 * For technology, the First Order takes this. While ADVENT also got advanced technology, the First Order seemingly got a better level of technology. They've actually developed several starships, and even Star Destroyers based on the older models from the Galactic Empire. They also managed to mobilize a lot of Stormtroopers within a certain amount of time while also advancing many technologies, primarily their vehicles, and the most notable of them all, the superweapon in the Starkiller Base, which was said to be able to destroy a solar system. ADVENT on the other hand, hasn't got the same level of technology as the things previously mentioned. Although ADVENT developed several advanced weapons and ships.
 * For brutality, it's equal. In open combat, both of these groups were merciless enough to leave no one standing. An example was in a certain cutscene, ADVENT actually "kills" several citizens after XCOM appeared, and on another moment, they spare no mercy on XCOM soldiers. They only look "innocent" to citizens because they're on the duty of "being polices". The First Order, on the other hand, demonstrated their ruthlessness by slaughtering the villagers of Tuanul on Jakku, then when they're in Takodana, killing anyone in their way, and killing Resistance members with no regret, except those that're "meaningful" for the First Order.
 * For weaponry, it's equal. While the First Order's blasters are pretty advanced, although they're already the "default" guns in the Star Wars universe, ADVENT's advancement over military weapons are also "amazing", such as their Magnetic Rifles, micro-bombs, and even the new Wrath Cannon the new Sectopod possesses.
 * For training, the First Order takes this. While ADVENT Troopers' "training" came from the information that they gained through the chips on the back of their skull (it's implanted), the Stormtroopers of the First Order are something else. They have been trained since childhood, developed to become super-soldiers (not on the level of Captain America though), and hammered down to be the perfect soldier.