Yellow Comet

A nation standing guard where peace was never guaranteed.

Yellow Comet is one of the four major nations featured in Advance Wars, situated on a fictional continent alongside Orange Star, Blue Moon, and Green Earth. While the initial conflict begins between Orange Star and Blue Moon, Yellow Comet becomes deeply involved when tensions escalate into a worldwide war. The nation is represented by Commanding Officer Kanbei, who assumes that Orange Star poses an invasion threat as they pursue Blue Moon forces through his territory. Unlike the other nations whose stories are driven by internal politics or accusations of treason, Yellow Comet's involvement stems from defensive posturing against perceived aggression.

Quick Facts

Status: Active in Campaign
Affiliation: One of four major nations on the fictional continent
Symbol: Yellow Comet Emblem

Lore & Background

The narrative of Yellow Comet is defined by its reaction to the unfolding crisis between Orange Star and Blue Moon. After Andy, an Orange Star officer, is falsely accused by Blue Moon (Olaf) of attacking their territory, the war escalates from the Orange Star–Blue Moon dispute. When the Orange Star Army pursues Blue Moon forces through Yellow Comet territory, Kanbei, the CO of Yellow Comet, interprets this movement as a direct threat of invasion. Consequently, Yellow Comet declares battle against the Orange Star Army on their own land. This confrontation highlights how the initial false accusations spiraled into a war where even nations with no prior grievance were forced to fight for survival.

Reader's Guide

Yellow Comet is a playable nation within the campaign mode of Advance Wars. As players progress through the storyline, they will encounter missions set in or against Yellow Comet territory. The primary Commanding Officer associated with this nation is Kanbei. When playing as or against Yellow Comet, note that their involvement is triggered by the Orange Star Army's attempt to pass through their land. Unlike the tutorial phases which focus on Blue Moon, later missions require adapting strategies to counter Kanbei's specific strengths and weaknesses. The game does not offer a unique 'Yellow Comet only' campaign path separate from the main story; rather, it is an integral segment of the single-player experience where the player must defeat Yellow Comet forces to advance the plot toward resolving the accusations against Andy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What triggers Yellow Comet's entry into the conflict?

They mobilize after Orange Star units cross their land while chasing Blue Moon forces during the early war stages. Kanbei perceives this movement as an invasion threat that requires military intervention.

Does Yellow Comet survive the events of Advance Wars?

Yes, the nation remains active and intact after the defeat of Green Earth's forces. Kanbei continues to lead his people as part of the restored peace among the four major nations.