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MISSION 5
Elite Dangerous

MISSION 5

Elite Dangerous Mission 5 walkthrough: Learn the best setup, soldier positions, and how to board the plane to complete objectives.

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Elite Dangerous Mission 5 walkthrough: Learn the best setup, soldier positions, and how to board the plane to complete objectives.

  • 1st Soldier: BREN with lots of ammo
  • 2nd Soldier: SMG with ammo
  • 3rd Soldier: Sniper Rifle with lots of ammo
  • 4th Soldier: BREN with lots of ammo
Walkthrough
  1. 1
    When setting up, prioritize ammo for all soldiers except the 2nd. The 1st and 4th Soldiers should split the remaining BREN ammo, and the 3rd Soldier should carry all available Sniper ammo, discarding items like Grenades and Knives. The 2nd Soldier will acquire their Machine Gun during the mission.
  2. 2
    Use the map (minimap (the small circular map in the bottom-left corner of your screen)) to position your soldiers. Recommended positions are: 1st and 4th Soldiers on either side of the building on the East side of the runway; 3rd Soldier (controlled by you) directly in front of the building's opening; and 2nd Soldier just outside the rear entrance of the second building.
  3. 3
    Take control of the 2nd Soldier, enter the building, and use a crate to acquire an additional Machine Gun. Position the 2nd Soldier at the rear entrance to counter enemies attempting to flank from behind. Manually adjust the 1st and 4th Soldiers to face slightly Northwest.
  4. 4
    Switch to the Sniper Rifle and quickly eliminate the advancing German motorcycle with a gunner sidecar approaching from the West-Northwest.
  5. 5
    Scan the fences from West to North for incoming enemies and snipe them as they appear.
  6. 6
    Once the 2nd Soldier has eliminated enemies from behind (indicated by "dead rings" on the map), move them next to the sniper for added protection. Continue eliminating all visible German soldiers until the Objective Complete notification appears.
  7. 7
    Use the map to move the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Soldiers to the South area of the map where the plane will land. Keep them away from the runway to avoid being hit by the plane, and be mindful of the plane's turning radius after landing.
  8. 8
    When the plane is visible, move yourself to the South area and position yourself on the left side of the plane (facing away from the building). Approach the small opening near the rear of the plane and use it to climb aboard. Repeat this for the other soldiers.
Tips
  • Ensure the 1st and 4th Soldiers are positioned to face slightly Northwest.
  • Keep the 2nd Soldier near the sniper for added protection after they have dealt with the rear flank.
  • Be aware that the computer-controlled soldiers can sometimes be a liability, potentially requiring restarts.
  • After boarding the plane, enemy fire cannot inflict damage.

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