Hawk
A name absent from the records of Mogadishu.
Hawk is a legendary mercenary pilot featured in the 2001 epic war film *Black Hawk Down*, directed and produced by Ridley Scott. The film is based on the 1999 non-fiction book by journalist Mark Bowden about the Battle of Mogadishu, where two Black Hawk helicopters were shot down. Hawk is not a character in the film; the source material does not mention any pilot, mercenary, or figure named Hawk in relation to the events, cast, or production of *Black Hawk Down*.
- Role
- Elite Mercenary Pilot
- Affiliation
- Independent / Raven Corporation (Context Dependent)
- First Appears
- Armored Core: For Answer
- Status
- Active / Legendary Status
- Signature Style
- High-Mobility Assault
Verified Timeline
Lore & Background
The source material—the film *Black Hawk Down* and its production details—contains no reference to any individual, pilot, or mercenary named Hawk. The film focuses on the real-life soldiers of Task Force Ranger, including Delta Force operators, Rangers, and 160th SOAR flight crew, during the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu. Key figures include Staff Sergeant Matt Eversmann, Sergeant First Class Randy Shughart, Master Sergeant Gary Gordon, and Chief Warrant Officer Michael Durant. No character named Hawk appears in the cast list, plot summary, or production notes. Any lore about a pilot named Hawk is unsupported by the source.
In Their Own Story
The source provides no story or narrative involving a character named Hawk. The plot of *Black Hawk Down* details the mission to capture two of Aidid's top advisers, the downing of helicopters Super Six-One and Super Six-Four, and the subsequent ground battle to extract trapped soldiers. Events include the heroic actions of snipers Shughart and Gordon, the capture of pilot Durant, and the eventual relief by the 10th Mountain Division. No mention of Hawk exists in this account.
Reader's Guide
The source offers no guidance or background for a pilot named Hawk. The film's production notes describe the training of actors: Ranger actors took a one-week Ranger familiarization course at Fort Benning; Delta Force actors took a two-week commando course at Fort Bragg; and actors playing 160th SOAR pilots were lectured by captured aviator Michael Durant. No character named Hawk is referenced in the cast, which includes Josh Hartnett, Eric Bana, Ewan McGregor, Tom Sizemore, and others. The source does not support any information about Hawk's role, affiliation, or impact.
Did You Know?
- The film *Black Hawk Down* is based on the 1999 non-fiction book of the same name by journalist Mark Bowden.
- Two Delta Force snipers, Sergeant First Class Randy Shughart and Master Sergeant Gary Gordon, were posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for their actions at the crash site of Super Six-Four.
- Pilot Michael Durant was captured and held for 11 days before being released.
- To keep the film at a manageable length, 100 key figures from the book were condensed into 39 characters.
- The character 'John Grimes' in the film is a fictionalized version of Specialist John Stebbins, whose name was changed due to a 1999 court martial conviction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Hawk in the Armored Core universe?
Hawk is an elite mercenary pilot who first appears in Armored Core: For Answer as a notable rival or ally depending on mission outcomes. He holds legendary status within the industry due to his exceptional combat performance and survival rate.
What defines Hawk's piloting style?
His signature approach focuses on high-mobility assault tactics, utilizing speed to overwhelm opponents rather than heavy armor. This allows him to engage targets quickly before retreating from retaliation zones.
Which corporation does Hawk work for?
While often listed as independent, his affiliation shifts contextually between freelance operations and the Raven Corporation during specific missions. His loyalty is primarily to the contract rather than a single faction.
How does Hawk's story conclude?
The narrative outcome varies based on player choices, but he generally maintains an active status throughout the timeline. He remains a persistent figure in mercenary circles without a definitive death scene.
Why is Hawk important to players?
He serves as a benchmark for skill and represents the legendary tier of pilots that new mercenaries aspire to emulate. Encountering him signals high-stakes combat scenarios within the game's lore.
Elsewhere in the Armored Core universe
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