Mission 05
Ace Combat 8 Mission 05: Retaking of Theve — Operation Long Shot
Mission 05 — Retaking of Theve (Operation Long Shot). Escort/protect LCACs — don’t tunnel-vision enemy air. Ace note: Ace appears when all LCACs survive (details still filling in community lists)..
Mission Play-sourced
Mission card
- Title: Retaking of Theve
- Operation: Long Shot
- Number: Mission 05 / 30
- Mission medal: Proud Shoulders — evacuate 4+ LCACs.
Objectives & approach
Escort/protect LCACs — don’t tunnel-vision enemy air. Surviving four+ LCACs unlocks Proud Shoulders; keep wingmen on Cover when transports are pressured.
Hidden ace / Assault Record
Ace appears when all LCACs survive (details still filling in community lists).
Named aces need Veteran+. Finish the mission after the kill. Full table: hidden aces.
S-rank tips
- Replay in Free Mission with a role-matched jet and dual SP weapons.
- Farm high-value TGTs early; don’t waste the clock on low-point leftovers until you’re near the threshold.
- On Ace, expect tighter enemy fire — use Cover and terrain, rearm if the map allows mid-mission landings.
People also ask
What is Mission 05 called?
Retaking of Theve — Operation Long Shot.
How do I get the mission medal?
Proud Shoulders — evacuate 4+ LCACs.
Can I replay it later?
Yes — Free Mission after the campaign.
Further reading
Related guides
Mission 04 · Mission 06 · Campaign · S-Rank · Hidden Aces
Primary: Ace Combat 8 Mission 05 Retaking of Theve. Also: Operation Long Shot, S-rank, walkthrough, Assault Record. Independent fan guide — verify in-game if patches change conditions.