For those diving into Helldivers 2 since its release, memories of the mission to liberate Malevelon Creek are likely fresh. After falling to the Automaton threat, this area was retaken by the courageous forces of Super Earth months back. Yet, only a year has passed since the dedicated Helldivers reclaimed what the community has affectionately titled ‘Robot Vietnam,’ and just days before the upcoming ‘Malevelon Creek Memorial Day,’ the mechanical adversaries are making their return.
Recently, the collapse of a Major Order resulted in the Automatons reclaiming territory in the Severin Sector, leading many to foresee the inevitable resurgence in Malevelon Creek. Confirmation has arrived through a tweet from the Helldivers 2 Twitter account, stating that the invasion is officially underway. The message detailed a new Major Order for Super Earth’s brave soldiers: “The Automatons have launched vigorous assaults on multiple planets. A large-scale offensive appears to be underway, spearheaded by the Incineration Corps. Immediate action is mandated.” Additionally, it called for all Helldivers to unite in defense of Malevelon Creek, promising to unleash Super Earth’s righteous Justice with maximum intensity.
Representatives from Super Earth have expressed their disgust at the timing of the Automatons’ attack, commenting, “This sacred ground serves as the final resting place for numerous valiant Helldivers whose ultimate sacrifices liberated the planet from the Automatons early on in the War. Now, the enemy attempts to desecrate their graves—clearly calculating that launching this assault on the forthcoming Malevelon Creek Memorial Day would inflict the maximum level of disrespect.” The Helldivers account echoed a sentiment shared by many, stating, “Super Earth will never accept such an egregious violation of decency.”
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