03. GUADALCANAL 4, 10/23/1942

After your victory on the Matanikau your men have been subjected to intense bombardment from the sea, air and by land-based artillery. The Japanese have managed to land more men and equipment on Guadalcanal despite attempts to stop them, including a major naval battle (Battle of Cape Esperance), and it is only a matter of time before they start an offensive to capture the airfields. 

US Army reinforcements have recently been landed, however your position is precarious and your aircraft strength is low. You must prepare your defenses and hold the Japanese back at any cost.