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In fact, just as Lin Yuan had anticipated, the team led by the Evil Dragon Mercenary Corps was indeed formidable. In a remarkably short time, they effortlessly contained the onslaught of the Swarm.
High above, five hundred Battle Machines occupied an airspace of five hundred kilometers, ensuring that the entire area remained free from the Thorned Dragon's control. This was a fundamental issue. On the ground, although the five hundred Tanks were not many, they were supported by over two thousand five hundred Tanks in the air providing long-range artillery cover. Most of the Swarm within a hundred kilometers of the ground forces were directly eliminated by artillery fire, leaving only a very small number able to approach.
Once they had established a foothold, the five hundred Tanks began to spread out, dividing into sixteen Tank teams to defend sixteen different directions. Ultimately, this evolved into a complex Hexagonal Array. This formation allowed for impressive mobility and provided an expansive field of vision for attacks. Most importantly, if any danger was detected, they could quickly form a circular Hexagonal Array.
As this Hexagonal Array was completed, the center area immediately cleared out, creating a three-mile radius of open space. At that moment, from the airborne Tank team, over five thousand Mechanical Soldiers and five RZ Mining Exploration Vehicles were airdropped. These massive steel beasts measured three hundred meters in length, one hundred meters in width, and eighty meters in height. They were extremely expensive because these exploration vehicles could complete an entire set of RZ mining exploration and subsequent extraction processes. Once a mineral source was found, everything could be entrusted to them.
Additionally, each exploration vehicle was equipped with two landing platforms capable of accommodating five Battle Machines for simultaneous takeoff and landing. There was also a maintenance workshop and an energy tower that not only emitted energy but allowed any Mechanical Warrior or mechanical Tank within a fifty-kilometer radius to automatically absorb energy at a rate of one hundred units of Standard Energy per hour. Although this amount was not substantial, it was better than nothing; it could significantly prevent situations where ammunition ran out because as long as there was a continuous supply of energy, the Mercenary Team could maintain sustained combat power.
In summary, these exploration vehicles were quite powerful; aside from their inability to engage in combat directly, their deployment indicated that their mission had reached a point of no return.
At this moment, Lin Yuan's Mercenary Group was quite relaxed because all firepower from his Armored Vehicle Formation was under the control of the Evil Dragon Mercenary Corps' information command center. It could automatically match firing positions to avoid wasting Energy Cannon shots and prevent gaps in artillery coverage.
Thus, Lord J sat quietly in contemplation while Thomas and Bison each held an Ion Energy Sniper Rifle, picking off E5-level Spiny Worms from the Swarm one by one. Each kill counted towards their own tally without any doubt because every Mercenary received a task-synchronized monitoring device with their mission issued from the G-715 Sub-base. With this device, what you killed was yours; no one could claim it.
Similarly, artillery attacks from the Armored Vehicle Formation were also counted towards their total. Less than ten minutes into the battle, Lin Yuan had already earned three One Hundred Thousand Mechanical Coins in rewards. There was no way around it; his total number of Tanks exceeded twenty, which all counted towards him. This death mission indeed offered substantial rewards!
Therefore, Lin Yuan had no interest in making extra money like Thomas and Bison; he focused on assembling every mechanical component around him with every passing second. This assembly process combined conscious and unconscious efforts—he engaged in useful tasks while simultaneously practicing his skills by assembling and disassembling repeatedly to enhance his proficiency.
Three hours quickly passed; the battle against the Swarm remained fiercely intense yet monotonous. The ground exploration had advanced fifteen kilometers—a very slow pace due to the RZ mine being buried thousands of meters underground. Even with such advanced technology as Mechanical City possessed, progress had to be gradual; achieving this speed was already quite impressive.
At this point, Lin Yuan's Mercenary Group finally received their assignment for ground combat. This would be high-stakes combat since the information command center of Evil Dragon Mercenary Corps would relinquish control over artillery fire rights for Armored Vehicle Formation. From here on out, it would rely solely on Lin Yuan's Mercenary Group's command center to manage artillery strikes. However, Lin Yuan wasn't worried about this aspect; with Claire's assistance, there should be no issues. The only trouble stemmed from having a larger number of Armored Vehicles requiring defense over a greater area—approximately one-third of their total defensive perimeter or about five hundred meters in distance.
The firepower of the tanks was more than sufficient. Six Heavy Shield Tanks, twelve Assault Tanks, and three Auxiliary Resource Information Vehicles were lined up, with the Six Heavy Shield Tanks serving as nodes. The distance between each node was eighty-five meters, perfectly within the protective range of the Heavy Shield Tank's Energy Shield. This allowed all Assault Tanks to unleash their firepower freely, tearing apart any insects that appeared in this area into pieces.
However, it was not an easy task. Despite the artillery coverage from above, a significant number of Spiny Worms managed to breach the fire line and infiltrate. Some were shredded by the Assault Tanks' firepower, but a portion still advanced within ten kilometers of the tanks. At this point, the Assault Tanks could no longer rely on their firepower because, according to the regulations set by the Evil Dragon Mercenary Corps, the Airborne Squadron was responsible for securing a radius of five hundred kilometers, while the high-altitude Armored Vehicle Formation covered areas from sixty to one hundred kilometers. The ground tanks were tasked with providing fire support for distances between ten and sixty kilometers.
Thus, Lin Yuan and his fellow mercenaries were responsible for ensuring safety within that ten-kilometer zone, which was filled with uncertainties.
Of course, theoretically, it wasn't necessary to guarantee complete safety across the entire ten kilometers; they only needed to stay within one kilometer of the Armored Vehicle Formation!
However, among Lin Yuan's Mercenary Group, only he, Lord J, Thomas, Bison, and Fat Three could engage in close combat. Each was responsible for a hundred meters, which created immense pressure. Moreover, those lurking in the shadows might take advantage of the chaos to make their move!
Nevertheless, Lin Yuan was confident. With his fully modified Mechanical Body, he was eager to test its combat capabilities.
Soon enough, Lin Yuan's Armored Vehicle Formation broke away from the aerial formation and moved into position on the ground. After completing the handover, various artillery parameters were quickly set.
"Troll Mercenary Team members, please confirm that communication signals are good and prepare to engage. The target is one kilometer ahead; remember not to exceed this distance. If you encounter danger, request assistance immediately. Additionally, we will be dealing with Spiny Worms; there should be no Corrosive Liquid Thornbugs present—typically only e5 level Fighting Thornbugs and e7 level Elite Fighting Thornbugs will appear in limited numbers. Once targets are locked on, we will engage collectively. Understood!"
Lin Yuan calmly issued the combat order. Although it was his first time experiencing such a large-scale operation as a novice, he had already gained insights into other Mercenary Groups' tactics during those three moments of respite and could now replicate them effectively while making specific adjustments as needed.
Lord J, Thomas, and Bison may not have had this exact experience either but were seasoned mercenaries who had participated in numerous large battles. Therefore, they didn't need to be overly concerned; after all, this was merely a five-hundred-meter area where their speed would allow them to support each other easily.
As soon as Lin Yuan stepped out of the tank, despite being in his Mechanical Body, he could still feel the frenzied atmosphere of slaughter in the air. It excited him; his instincts for battle ignited like a flame awakening rapidly—this was what being a Mechanical Warrior was all about!
Without any hesitation, Lin Yuan leaped fifty meters into the air. He quickly spread his arms as his Dual Wing Shield deployed rapidly. The gliding function activated just in time; at that moment, he resembled a soaring iron bird launching an assault in a parabolic arc. In an instant, he dashed out several hundred meters like a whirlwind and landed amidst a dozen e1 level Spiny Worms without needing any other weapons. The Dual Wing Shield spun six times rapidly; its sharp edges perfectly eliminated those e1 level Spiny Worms in one fluid motion—a breathtaking display!
Indeed, this is the attack capability of Lin Yuan's Mechanical Body after modifications, continuously enhanced by him. After all, the Assault Longsword is too conspicuous; it's best not to draw it unless absolutely necessary. The Dual Wing Shield, a versatile tool for both offense and defense, serves as one of his greatest assets!
With a successful strike, Lin Yuan did not pause. The power source from the Ejection Devices beneath his Mechanical Legs surged forth, transforming his six-meter-tall Mechanical Body into a Mighty Bull at that moment. Like a tempest, he charged forward relentlessly. No matter if it was an e1 level Spiny Worm or an e-Class Spiny Worm, whether alone or in groups of ten or even dozens, they were all swept away without exception—clean and decisive!
There was no denying the advantage of accumulated strength. Lin Yuan's current Mechanical Body was incredibly powerful, boasting an Enhancement Level of 44 points, equipped with four e+ Energy Engines that provided immense power output. With two Energy Shields alternating in activation, even an e5 level Mechanical Warrior could not match his luxurious setup. With such advanced equipment alone, he had every right to charge through anything in his path! (To be continued.)
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