As the first rays of dawn began to pierce the horizon, the sharp, invasive chime of a mission update notification jolted Alan from his thoughts. He quickly checked the information displayed before him:
[Your level D quest - Free captured players has been updated]
[Nazi soldiers will execute all prisoners in 12 hours]
The gravity of the situation was clear; by tomorrow's first light, many players would lose their lives unless a successful rescue mission was mounted tonight.
Alan looked across the expansive terrain before him. The once dormant outskirts of the town now buzzed with activity, as Delta company players made their aggressive push against the Nazi soldiers. The Delta company had the Nazis on the defensive, compelling them to retreat further into the town's vicinity.
Strategic positions were of utmost importance.
