ace Combat 6:fires of liberation (Garuda team)

Talisman: is the silent player character of the game. He leads Garuda Team, consisting of himself and Marcus Lampert. Together, Talisman and Lampert fight valiantly to reclaim their homeland, earning a reputation as ace pilots.

Marcus Lampert (callsign "Shamrock"): is an Emmerian pilot who is assigned to Garuda Team during the Invasion of Gracemeria. Forced to abandon his wife and daughter in Gracemeria, he fights ferociously to liberate Emmeria and return to his family.

Lanner:was a member of the Republic of Emmeria Air Force's 15th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Windhover Squadron.

She was the only known Emmerian female pilot in Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation.Lanner joined Windhover Squadron prior to the bombing of Vitoze. Her position in the squadron was the result of Daniel Pollini reforming the team following the Invasion of Gracemeria.

Throughout the war, Lanner partook in many operations. She helped in successfully driving Estovakian forces off of Khesed Island and participated in the assault on the Aerial Fleet.

On March 26, she arrived over the Alma River to rescue Garuda Team after they successfully infiltrated Fort Norton and participated in Operation Free Gracemeria five days later.On April 1, she flew with the Emmerian Air Force in the assault on the Chandelier.

Commander Daniel Pollini,callsign Windhover:is an Emmerian pilot and member of the Republic of Emmeria Air Force. He led the 8th Air Division's 15th Fighter Squadron, which would later be known as Windhover Squadron.

Pollini is said to be a passionate man who inspires those flying alongside him. His clear judgment in battle made him out to be an invaluable flight lead and ally to the Garuda Team. Emmerian assault records regard him as one of the key figures who helped win the Emmeria-Estovakia War.

Daniel Pollini participated in defending Gracemeria during Estovakia's invasion. He, alongside the rest of the Emmerian Air Force, almost managed to repel the Estovakian invasion before Nimbus missiles launched from the P-1112 Aigaion quickly turned the tide of battle, forcing Pollini and Emmerian forces to retreat west.

After arriving at Vitoze with the majority of the Emmerian forces, Pollini decided to organize a new squadron of pilots for the 15th Fighter Squadron of which he commanded.This squadron would later come to be known as Windhover Squadron.

After aiding in the defense of Vitoze, Pollini and his squadron participated in numerous operations alongside Garuda Team. On multiple occasions, he and his squadron worked in tandem with Warlock Separate Battalion. Most notable of Pollini's achievements include playing a key role in liberating San Loma ,Gracemeria,and Ragno Fortress, as well as helping destroy the Aerial Fleet and the Chandelier railgun.

Saker:was a fighter pilot in the Republic of Emmeria Air Force's Windhover Squadron. He flew an F-16C Fighting Falcon throughout the Emmeria-Estovakia War.Saker joined Windhover Squadron prior to the bombing of Vitoze. His position in the squadron was the result of Daniel Pollini reforming the team following the Invasion of Gracemeria.

Throughout the war, Saker partook in many key operations. He helped in successfully driving Estovakian forces off of Khesed Island and participated in the assault on the Aerial Fleet

AWACS Ghost Eye:is the callsign of a Republic of Emmeria Air Force AWACS which participated in the Emmeria-Estovakia War. Ghost Eye is tasked with coordinating strikes and providing tactical data analysis to Emmerian ground, air and sea forces during combat operations. He mostly worked in tandem with Garuda Team throughout their numerous deployments.

He was one of two AWACS present in Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation.

Emmeria-Estovakia War
When Estovakia launched a surprise attack on Gracemeria, Ghost Eye commanded the numerous Emmerian Air Force squadrons which were dispatched to defend the capital. Forced to abandon the city due to overwhelming firepower from Estovakia's P-1112 Aigaion, Ghost Eye ordered all remaining Emmerian aircraft to evacuate as he retreated alongside them.

Nearly three months later, Ghost Eye was stationed alongside a substantial portion of remaining Emmerian forces at Campagna Airport. He successfully co-ordinated air and ground assets when Estovakian bombers attempted an air raid on the city of Vitoze and the airport.Following this victory, the Emmerian military went on the offensive, and Ghost Eye successfully led operations which resulted in the recapture of Sipli Field and Mount Marcello, completely regaining control of Khesed Island.

After the Emmerians stormed Rargom Beach and headed further inland, Ghost Eye led the Emmerian Air Force as they rescued pinned down allies across Rawllins Plain.Ghost Eye, now at the helm of a much larger force, continued to head east towards their former capital. Ghost Eye successfully managed to conduct an evacuation during an ambush above the Selumna Peaks.To deal with the threat of Nimbus missiles, the Emmerians required Cavallia Air Force Base in San Loma to launch an attack on the Aigaion. On February 15, 2016, Ghost Eye provided strategical data which resulted in the Emmerians managing to liberate the city of San Loma.

Five days later, Ghost Eye led the successful ambush on the Aerial Fleet w

Guy Stewart:was in command of an Republic of Emmeria Air Force AWACS, callsign Snake Pit.

Snake Pit was assigned to the 303rd Airborne Air Control Squadron's 4th Flight.

Throughout the Emmeria-Estovakia War, Snake Pit assisted Emmerian fighter squadrons by providing them with ESM and battlefield analysis.Although Snake Pit was considered a valuable battlefield asset, Stewart regularly put the aircraft at unnecessary risk, often flying into the thick of battle. This often resulted in Garuda Team coming to his aid.Originally stationed at Ortara, the 303rd Airborne Air Control Squadron was relocated to Khesed Island in order to reinforce the remaining Emmerian forces that were stationed there.

After aiding in the recapture of Bartolomeo Fortress,the Emmerians successfully landed on the Anean mainland and rescued their allies pinned down near Silvat Town. Snake Pit continued to provide electronic support measures to Emmerian squadrons during the battles of the Selumna Peaks and Moloch Desert.

While patrolling the skies over Gracemeria, Snake Pit detected incoming cruise missiles and Estovakian stealth fighters. He continued to provide tactical analysis throughout the engagement.

Freddie Durand, callsign Avalanche:is a Republic of Emmeria Navy fighter pilot and flight lead of the 2nd Strike Fighter Squadron, Avalanche Squadron.He was one of the many pilots who flew during the Emmeria-Estovakia War.

His numerous sorties during the war gained him combat experience, which allowed Durand to become a central part of the Navy's air wing. He now stands alongside Garuda Team as an inspiration to the citizens of Emmeria.

He is said to be quite a good-looking guy with a sense of reassuring confidence, which helped him and his fellow pilots get through the war.

Serac:was a fighter pilot in the Republic of Emmeria Navy's Avalanche Squadron. He flew an F/A-18F Super Hornet throughout the Emmeria-Estovakia War.

Alongside Blizzard and another Emmerian pilot, Serac flew under the command of Freddie Durand during the Emmeria-Estovakia War and participated in many operations with Garuda Team.

Blizzard:is a naval pilot part of the Republic of Emmeria Navy's 2nd Carrier Air Wing, 2nd Strike Fighter Squadron (Avalanche Squadron). The only known deployments of him and his squadron were during the Emmeria-Estovakia War.

Blizzard flew alongside Serac and another unnamed Emmerian pilot under the command of Freddie Durand during the Emmeria-Estovakia War. As Durand's wingman, Blizzard participated in most of the same battles as Garuda Team and the Republic of Emmeria Air Force.

Stephen McCarthy, callsign Sky Kid:is a Republic of Emmeria Air Force fighter pilot and flight leader of the 4th Fighter Squadron (Sky Kid Squadron). Throughout the Emmeria-Estovakia War, like his squadron members, he flew a Mirage 2000-5. He is one of Talisman's allies in Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation.

He was well-known for his superior flight skills which resulted in him being seen as a model pilot. It is said his sense of humor helped his fellow allies get through the war.During the early stages of the Emmeria-Estovakia War, he took part in the Standoff in Silvat Town. He also assisted in protecting the tanks traversing through the Selumna Peaks, taking back Ragno Fortress,clearing a path through the Moloch Desert,saving Garuda Team from a large number of Estovakian reinforcements above the Alma River,recapturing Gracemeria and protecting it from cruise missiles, as well as helping destroy the Chandelier and the P-1112 Aigaion.
Red Baron:was a fighter pilot in the Republic of Emmeria Air Force's Sky Kid Squadron. He flew a Mirage 2000-5 throughout the Emmeria-Estovakia War. Following the invasion of Gracemeria, Red Baron alongside his squadron retreated to Silvat Town with a large portion of Emmerian forces.They would continue to be stationed there until reinforcements from Khesed Island arrived.

Throughout the rest of the war, Red Baron partook in many key operations, including participating in the assault on the Aerial Fleet,Operation Free Gracemeria, and the assault on the Chandelier.

Blue Max:is a pilot part of the Republic of Emmeria Air Force's Sky Kid Squadron, officially the 4th Fighter Squadron. Throughout the Emmeria-Estovakia War, he flew a Mirage 2000-5.Following the invasion of Gracemeria, Blue Max alongside his squadron, retreated to Silvat Town with a large portion of Emmerian forces. They would continue to be stationed there until reinforcements from Khesed Island arrived.

Throughout the rest of the war, Blue Max partook in many key operat

Dusty Shark:is a Republic of Emmeria Air Force bomber pilot assigned to the Bomber Unit Hammerhead. He flew a B-52H Stratofortress during the Emmeria-Estovakia War.On February 16, 2016, Dusty Shark participated in the San Loma Assault, flying under the command of Wayne O'Neill. During the operation, he bombed Estovakian anti-air emplacements along the shore leading to San Loma, before attacking the city itself.

On March 25, Dusty Shark bombed Estovakian Army units during the battle of the Moloch Desert, before proceeding to bomb the Estovakian headquarters. Following the ceasefire order, Dusty Shark retreated alongside Hammerhead.

During the assault on the Chandelier, Dusty Shark was deployed alongside Hammerhead and Stingray Squadron to reinforce the Republic of Emmeria Air Force squadrons attacking the Chandelier near Sonne Island.

Bird Eater:is a Republic of Emmeria Navy H-9 helicopter pilot and a member of the 1st Helicopter Unit, Yellow Jacket.Under the command of Richard Lee, Bird Eater participated in many operations throughout the Emmeria-Estovakia War. Most notably, the Rargom Beach offensive, standoff in Silvat Town, Battle of Ragno Fortress and Operation Free Gracemeria.