Mission 1: The Invasion Begins

Begin your Allied journey in Tiberian Dawn's Mission 1. Establish your base on San Diago and fend off initial Soviet incursions to launch your campaign.

Mission 1: The Invasion Begins (Allies)

Welcome to Tiberian Dawn! In the inaugural Allied mission, you'll be introduced to the core mechanics of base building and unit production. Your objective is to establish a foothold on the island of San Diago, fend off initial Soviet incursions, and secure the area for further operations. This mission serves as a gentle introduction to the world of Command & Conquer.

Your starting position is on a small island with limited resources. The primary goal is to construct a Construction Yard, followed by a Power Plant and a Barracks. Early Soviet attacks will be light, consisting mainly of basic infantry like Conscripts. Your starting Riflemen are more than capable of handling these initial threats. Focus on building a defensive perimeter around your base as you expand.

Mission Objectives

1. Establish a Base: Construct a Construction Yard.
2. Secure Power: Build a Power Plant to keep your base operational.
3. Train Infantry: Construct a Barracks and produce Riflemen.
4. Defend Against Incursions: Eliminate all attacking Soviet forces.
5. Destroy Remaining Soviet Presence: Locate and destroy any remaining Soviet structures.

Walkthrough and Strategy

Upon landing, immediately construct your Construction Yard. Once it's operational, prioritize building a Power Plant. While these are being built, use your starting Riflemen to scout the immediate vicinity. You'll likely encounter a few scattered Conscripts. Engage them cautiously, using the terrain to your advantage if possible.

After the Power Plant is up, build a Barracks. As soon as it's finished, start producing Riflemen. Your initial defense should consist of a few Riflemen positioned near your Construction Yard and Power Plant. The first wave of attacks will likely come from the north. Position your Riflemen to intercept them.

As you gain more resources, consider building a second Power Plant to ensure you have ample power for future structures. Once you have a steady stream of Riflemen, you can begin to push out from your base. Your next target should be the small Soviet outpost located to the east. It typically consists of a few Guard Towers and some Conscripts.

Key Units to Produce:

Unit	Purpose
Rifleman	Basic infantry, good for early defense and offense.

The final objective involves locating and destroying any remaining Soviet structures. These might be hidden in the fog of war. Use your Riflemen to systematically clear the map. The mission concludes once all enemy presence is eliminated. This first mission is designed to teach you the fundamentals of building a base and defending it. Pay attention to resource management and unit production.