The conflict begins when launches a surprise attack using automated drones to seize control of the International Space Elevator (the "Lighthouse") and Osea's orbital weapons, the Arsenal Birds . You play as Trigger , an Osean pilot initially assigned to Mage Squadron. The Fall of Trigger

Trigger is sent to , a "penitentiary unit" known as Spare Squadron . These pilots are prisoners forced to fly dangerous decoy missions. Despite his status, Trigger's exceptional skill earns him the respect of his peers and the attention of high command. Eventually, Trigger is pardoned and reassigned to the elite Strider Squadron within the Long Range Strategic Strike Group (LRSSG) . The Legendary Rivalry

The story of is set in the fictional world of Strangereal during the year 2019 , centering on the Lighthouse War between the Osean Federation and the Kingdom of Erusea. The Outbreak of War

Throughout the war, Trigger faces , an aging legendary Erusean ace whose flight data is being used to develop super-advanced AI drones . The Climax: Collapse of Communication