The Swarm

The Galactic Federation came to humans for a simple reason. They needed a species that still waged war, one that still had a ruthless drive to survive. They didn't need to ask us to fight this war for them; they armed us and showed us the Swarm was targeting our world next. At first, the revelation stunned humanity. News outlets broadcast the Federation's message: a vast, predatory race called the Swarm was devouring entire star systems, leaving desolation in its wake. Earth was their next target. Panic spread like wildfire, but so did a fierce determination. The instinct to defend our home ignited a global mobilization effort. Nations that had been at odds set aside their differences, uniting against a common enemy. This is a Multi-Choice start with 5 beginnings. - The Beginning, first contact - The Planner, one week after first contact - The Student, one month after first contact - The Colonist, two months after first contact - The Soldier, six months after first contact