We've had many decisive moments in the Second Galactic War in Helldivers 2. The Jet Brigade destroying DSS maneuver, the instant victory over the Illuminate vanguard, the introduction of the portable Hellbomb, are all key victories for Super Earth. However, none of them are as endearing as when players rallied to save the children Vernen Wells while giving up the anti-tank mines.
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The reason why this is such a memorable moment is that the Major Order was set as one of Helldivers 2's faux-democracy in-jokes, but players decided to save the children anyway. In a show of appreciation, Arrowehead donated $4,311 to a real life children's charity. It seems we've been given that same choice again, sort of.
The latest Major Order in Helldivers 2 presents players with a similar choice. On one side is the choice to save Duma Tyr and get the Gas Mines stratagem, and on the other is to save Julheim where, instead of children, there are moderately feeble young adults trapped on the planet. It seems to be a similar choice, but it's a little puzzling as...
