Helldivers 2 Faces a New Threat Amidst Heroic Feats
In the latest chapter of Helldivers 2, Super Earth finds itself under siege, grappling with a formidable Illuminate invasion that has swept through its outer planets, striking at the very core of its democratic ideals. As Illuminate thralls roam the streets, colossal Leviathan creatures loom overhead, launching relentless bombardments against the courageous Helldivers who stand ready to defend their home.
In these tumultuous times, the call for a unifying hero resonates throughout Super Earth, echoing the legendary tales of old. The Helldivers yearn for a figure akin to Dune’s Lisan al-Gaib, someone who can rally humanity against this encroaching menace. Fortunately, a glimmer of hope has emerged from the Helldivers community. A player known as Beautiful-Injury7738 recently shared a captivating video that showcases an audacious feat: “Leviathan Surfing.”
The video captures Beautiful-Injury atop a towering building, flag of democracy in hand, as a Leviathan approaches. With the game’s newly introduced jetpack, they deftly hover and land on the back of the massive creature. Although this daring act is not part of the game’s intended mechanics, Helldivers 2’s commitment to mechanical consistency allows for such creative exploits. Beautiful-Injury candidly admits to spending considerable time orchestrating this thrilling setup, which involved scaling one of the newly added skyscrapers that dot the landscape of Super Earth.
Once on the Leviathan, the challenge was far from over. Beautiful-Injury managed to maintain their grip for an impressive two minutes, despite the creature’s undulating movements that threatened to send them tumbling into the abyss below. The video quickly garnered attention on Reddit, with many users drawing parallels to the iconic sandworm-riding scene from Dune: Part Two, hailing Beautiful-Injury as Helldivers 2’s very own Lisan al-Gaib.
However, the adventure took a tragic turn. As the Leviathan drifted beyond the combat zone, Beautiful-Injury fell victim to the anti-desertion artillery, a safeguard designed to keep Helldivers within the map’s boundaries. The result was a spectacular explosion, a fittingly dramatic end for a hero who had briefly captured the community’s imagination.
Meanwhile, the battle for Super Earth continues unabated. Recently, a player named Harvey joined the fray, leaving a trail of chaos in their wake as they participated in impromptu Illuminate raves, causing significant property damage along the way. The broader Helldivers 2 community has also embraced the new NPC SEAF troops, adding another layer of excitement to the ongoing conflict.
