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On the ground battlefield, other Bunitanian troops tried to take advantage of the terrain and approach the Apocalypse Tank quietly.
But the Apocalypse tank does not fight alone. In addition to the same type of Apocalypse tank, there are also Hammer tanks, self-propelled artillery, drones deployed in the sky, etc. The all-round cameras and infrared detection systems have already captured all movements. Before the enemy approaches, the machine guns and grenade launchers mounted on the side begin to fire mercilessly, turning any threats that try to approach into powder.
After the attack failed, the blood-stained frontline officers were terrified and their voices were hoarse:
"Report! Our defense line is being rapidly breached. The firepower suppression from the aliens is too strong! We need support and firepower suppression. The second line of defense is about to collapse."
Gilbert, who was in charge of the Governor's Office, had not expected that Shadow actually had such monster tanks, which were completely overwhelming their current ones, and there were so many of them.
I quickly contacted Cornelia, who had evacuated the Governor's Mansion and entered the mobile fortress.
"Your Highness, the Shadow tanks are too strong. Our newly developed armor-piercing and armor-piercing rounds are being deflected by their thick armor. We need missile targeting and bombers to bomb at high altitude to delay..."
"I see, Gilbert. The missiles will soon cover the second line of defense. As for the soldiers who didn't have time to evacuate, the Empire will treat their families well."
Kindness does not suffice in commanding an army, and righteousness does not suffice in commanding wealth. Before obtaining the specific data and weaknesses of Shangguan Wen's tanks, we can only use human lives to find the opponent's weaknesses.
"Yes, I will notify all officers and soldiers on the second line of defense."
Chapter 138: The Educated Britannia
Far away from the Tokyo Concession, in Cornelia's temporary fortress.
Luciano Brandli, a Knight of the Round Table, looked at the video footage from the frontline battle and couldn't help but say:
"Wow, this is a tank from another world. It's really impressive. Our KMF was destroyed with one shot. Even a 7th generation KMF would be killed if it was hit head-on."
"By the way, Princess, have you ever seen this thing in another world?"
Cornelia gasped through her nose at the frivolous [Bunitania Vampire] in front of her.
"No, in Shadow Garden, it's not just the Pacifists who can destroy our KMF. Even the twin-barreled tanks in front of us can do the same. Our tanks need to be newly developed, at least to keep up with the caliber."
Dr. Lloyd, who is in charge of weapons research and development, pushed up his glasses and said:
"Your Highness, fellow Knights of the Round Table, judging by the caliber, it should be 125mm. [Shadow Garden] has mounted a navy gun on a tank. The caliber of our tanks is only 75mm. Moreover, in terms of volume, the enemy tanks are twice the size of our tanks and armored vehicles."
Cornelia nodded and said:
"anything else?"
"833 The enemy's power source, I suspect, is a diesel engine, which is even more advanced than the engine technology of our tanks and armored vehicles."
Luciano Brandelli was born to retort:
"How is this possible? He's just a native who knows a little bit of magic."
Anya Alstrom, who was watching the battle while playing the game, supported it:
"No, it's entirely possible. Isn't there something called [Alchemy] in the magical world? After the wise men of that world seized our tanks and armored vehicles, KMF, they might be able to replicate them."
Dr. Lloyd coughed lightly to attract everyone's attention and continued:
"Lord Luciano, Lord Ania is absolutely right. We cannot underestimate the wisdom and technology of any world. Especially the ability to travel between worlds, a technology not even possessed by Brunitania. From analyzing the video footage, these tanks not only have formidable firepower but also incredible mobility, capable of swiftly moving through complex terrain. This poses a significant challenge to our traditional tactics. Furthermore, I noticed that their armor appears to be made of some unknown material, capable of withstanding direct hits from our new high-explosive and armor-piercing rounds. This further demonstrates their advancements in materials science."
Cornelia's eyes grew serious, realizing this war was far more complex than she'd anticipated. "We must adjust our strategy quickly and no longer rely on existing weaponry. Dr. Lloyd, I require you to immediately initiate a new project to develop a weapon system capable of countering this new type of tank. At the same time, increase your efforts to gather intelligence on otherworldly technology, particularly regarding how they combine magic and machinery."
Dr. Lloyd nodded in agreement, but a hint of worry appeared between his brows.
"Your Highness, I understand the urgency of the mission, but the development of new weapons takes time. If the front lines can't hold, the empire will lose its most important Sakuraishi supply base."
"Then let's solve the problem of Sakura Stone supply first!"
Luciano Brandelli slammed the table, looking quite excited.
"Your Highness, please allow me to go to Kyoto and supervise those monkeys. They should mine and transport as much sakura stones as possible. If they cannot complete the task, they would rather destroy the mining equipment than leave it to the aliens."
Anya Alstroem put down the game console in his hand and said seriously:
"I am also willing to join the friendly forces on the front line to suppress the invasion of the aliens in the subsequent defense line."
Cornelia nodded approvingly, her eyes gleaming with determination.
"Very good, everyone. We must not only win this war, but also learn and absorb the technology and wisdom of other worlds through this experience to make our empire even stronger. Remember, no matter how powerful the enemy, as long as we unite as one, there is no difficulty that cannot be overcome."
In the conference room, the Knights of the Round Table and scientific researchers stood up and swore in unison, vowing to fight this cross-border war to the end.
But bad news came one after another. Cornelia had just finished arranging the tactical operation when both the front and rear were subjected to strong electromagnetic interference. The entire screen was covered with snow and no communication means could be used to contact her.
"Dr. Lloyd, is there any way we can help remove the interference?"
"Your Highness, I can only say that I will do my best. The Empire has never conducted any experiments related to electromagnetic interference. I only mentioned it in theory occasionally. I never thought that it would be used against the Empire by people from another world."
Dr. Lloyd's brow furrowed, his fingers tapping rapidly on the console, trying to find a clue to deciphering the electromagnetic interference from the chaotic data. His assistant, Koseihir Kolmie, was beside him, helping him. Lloyd's eyes gleamed with an unyielding glint. Even in the face of such an unexpected challenge, he maintained the calm and perseverance characteristic of a scientist.
"Your Highness, we must first determine the location and intensity of the interference source before we can take targeted measures."
Dr. Lloyd's voice was exceptionally steady in the tense atmosphere.
"But the current situation is that our reconnaissance equipment has also been severely interfered with by electromagnetic interference, making it impossible to accurately obtain this information."
Cornelia clenched her fists and looked out the window with a determined gaze. There was the imperial army that she was so proud of, but now it seemed to be bound by an invisible giant net and could not move.
"We can't just sit there and wait for death, Dr. Lloyd. Activate the backup communication system. Even if it's the most primitive means, we must establish contact as soon as possible! We can't lose sight of the situation on the front line."
"Yes, Your Highness."
Dr. Lloyd responded quickly and directed the technicians to begin debugging the almost forgotten ancient communication equipment - radio wave transmitters, light signal systems, etc.
While these technologies may seem crude and inefficient in modern warfare, they may be a lifeline in an environment of electromagnetic interference. Cornelia also realized that simply restoring communications was only the first step; finding a way to counteract this advanced electromagnetic interference was even more crucial. She quickly dispatched a communications trooper out of the electromagnetic interference range, reporting on the events on the front lines. She informed her brother, instructing him to assemble the Empire's top scientific research teams, including physicists, electronics engineers, and intelligence analysts, to form a special response team to fully address the electromagnetic interference problem.
Chapter 139 Target Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji is located in the south-central part of Honshu Island, Japan, about 80 kilometers east of Tokyo, at 352139 north latitude and 1384339 east longitude, with an altitude of 3776 meters (Sword Peak), spanning Shizuoka Prefecture and Yamanashi Prefecture, covering an area of about 1200 square kilometers and a volume of about 500 cubic kilometers.
In the world of "Code Geass", this place provides the entire earth with a mineral called Sakura Stone.
When Victor sent troops to attack and contain the Brunitania army, Shangguan Wen personally led another group of troops to Mount Fuji, bringing with them the production and construction corps and pacifists of the [Human Union]. After destroying the Brunitania army and the six Japanese Kyoto families entrenched around Mount Fuji, they planned to flatten Mount Fuji and not leave any cherry stones.
Shangguan Wen's brazen actions naturally could not be hidden from the six Kyoto families who were keeping a close eye on the mass production of Sakuraishi. Before they could react, the [Human Union] army immediately used ground-to-ground missiles, rockets, heavy howitzers, etc. to clear all the heat sources discovered by the drones, turning the beautiful Mount Fuji into a sea of fire at night.
Bunkers, secret bunkers, KMF hangars, barracks, etc. were all blown away by the explosion. The members of the six Kyoto families who were hiding deep in the tunnels looked at the dust falling from their heads and suddenly felt something was wrong.
Kirihara Taizo immediately questioned:
"What's going on? Did Bnitanya tear her face off and attack me?"
The subordinate quickly replied:
"No, the strange army that appeared in Area 11, weren't they supposed to use swords and magic? How could they be using modern weapons?"
Huang Shen Leye immediately interrupted and said:
"Organize a counterattack immediately, and inform the Brunitanians that Mount Fuji is under attack from aliens."
"Yes"
The men left immediately after the order was given. Immediately afterwards, the survivors in the various strongholds of the six Kyoto families began to move hurriedly. Some were busy repairing communication equipment, while others urgently mobilized the remaining military forces to prepare for a counterattack.
However, facing the overwhelming firepower of the [Human Union] Production and Construction Corps, their counterattack seemed so powerless.
At the same time, Shangguan Wen stood in a temporary command post, calmly observing the situation on the battlefield through a huge display screen.
Clad in ceramite power armor, these first-generation Astartes warriors, representing the Human Alliance, resembled gods of war descended from the future. Wielding storm shields, storm bolters, and fearsome flamethrowers, they advanced steadily toward the fortified caves and bunkers entrenched by the Six Families of Kyoto. Their steps were steady and resolute, each one seeming to herald the end of the old era and the arrival of a new order.
In the narrow and winding terrain, the [Human Union] Astartes warriors demonstrated the advantages of their equipment. Once activated, the promethium flamethrowers spewed out blazing flames stretching tens of meters long. This was not only a raging fire, but also a complete destruction of the enemy's will. Wherever the flames passed, all life was mercilessly devoured. Even the air was distorted by the high temperature. Oxygen was rapidly consumed by the raging fire, leaving behind a suffocating silence.
The soldiers of the Six Families of Kyoto, though well-trained, many having participated in the war against Brunitania, seemed so insignificant and helpless before such terrifying firepower. Their eyes quickly burned under the flames, tears and pain intertwined, blurring their vision and the hope of life.
The flames licked their bodies, their clothes turned to ashes in an instant, and their skin sizzled in the high temperature, accompanied by heart-wrenching wails. The sound echoed in the narrow space, shrill and desperate, as if it really came from the abyss of hell, telling of endless suffering.
Yet, the Astartes warriors remained unwavering. Their hearts were focused solely on their mission, their desire for victory. Protected by their Terminator Astartes Storm Shields, they advanced cautiously, their Storm Bolters activating their energy deflection devices, striking precisely at the hidden enemies. Every explosion was accompanied by the enemy's cries and the crumbling of their bunkers.
As the battle deepened, the defenses of the Six Families of Kyoto began to crumble. Their supposedly impregnable fortifications proved vulnerable to the overwhelming firepower of the Astartes warriors. The soldiers of the Six Families of Kyoto began to flee, seeking a glimmer of hope. But in a land shrouded in flames and smoke, fleeing seemed only to stave off death.
In the deepest part of Mount Fuji, where the six Kyoto companies develop and manufacture KMF, there is a red KMF named Guren Type II. It is the final weapon for decisive battle developed by Dr. Lakshatachara, who was hired by the six Kyoto companies at a high price. The radiation fluctuations in its core were originally prepared to deal with the Bnitanians, but they did not expect to use it on people from another world first.
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"Quick, activate Red Lotus Style 2, this is the decisive weapon!"
"But we don't have an ace pilot, and the one we originally planned to fly, Fujido, is being held captive in Bnitania."
"The driver is coming"
Shan was going to bring Kallen here. With the butterfly effect brought about by Shangguan Wen, all members of the Neon Resistance Front who rebelled against Brunitania were trained by the six Kyoto families. Among them, Kallen Kozuki, or Kallen Hudafelt, who had a talent for driving, was selected and became a reserve pilot of the Kallen II after passing layers of screening.
Sitting in the cockpit, Fan Yao said:
"Kallen, I'll take care of Mount Fuji. Also, be careful of the people from the other world, they are very strong."
"I know, Shan, take care of yourself too."
With the green pass into the hangar, Kallen immediately said:
"Red Lotus Style 2 is ready!"
The roar of the machine's engine instantly resounded throughout the entire underground facility. The dazzling red body of the Guren Nishiki looked even more powerful under the light, like a beast about to break free, ready to go.
Kallen's fingers rested lightly on the control stick, her eyes gleaming with determination. She took a deep breath, channeling all her nervousness and anxiety into a thirst for victory, preparing for the coming battle. "System boot-up complete, all functions normal. Crimson Lotus Style 2, prepare to enter combat mode."
A calm, mechanical voice echoed from within the machine, responding to Kallen's command. She smiled softly, a sign of the tacit understanding between her and Guren Nishiki, and the beginning of her trust in this decisive weapon.
As the hangar door slowly opened, the outside air mixed with the coolness of snowflakes rushed in, and the Red Lotus Style II was like the dawn, breaking the silence deep in Mount Fuji.
Kallen skillfully controlled the machine and charged towards the outside of Mount Fuji. As a Japanese, she couldn't let Sakuraishi be easily taken away by invaders.
Chapter 140: The Fall of the Neon Liberation Front
The six Kyoto families wanted to rely on a Crimson Lotus II as a decisive weapon to turn the tables, but they were totally overthinking it. The first generation of Astartes of the [Human Union] were not many in number, and were manufactured in imitation of the [Human Empire]. However, the weapons included grenade launchers, individual plasma laser weapons, incendiary guns, anti-armor grenades, chainswords, and melta cannons, any one of which was enough to give the Crimson Lotus II a hard time. The armor used by the Crimson Lotus II was only composite armor, and its protective ability was not as good as ceramic steel. Not long after the attack, it was suppressed by the dense bombardment and had to retreat. The loss of the bombs prevented the unlucky people from being penetrated before the last line of defense gate arrived.
Seeing the Red Lotus Second Style suffer a setback in its first encounter, the Six Families of Kyoto felt a pang of gloom. Their high hopes for this decisive weapon were now so utterly inadequate against the advanced weaponry of the Human Alliance. A tense atmosphere permeated the command room, with anxiety and resentment written across everyone's face.
"This is impossible! How could our Red Lotus Style 2 be suppressed so easily?"
An old man who belonged to one of the Six Families of Kyoto shouted in disbelief, his voice sounding particularly harsh amidst the echoing communication noise.
However, reality was harsh. Though originally designed for intense close-quarters combat, the Crimson Lotus II's composite armor was as fragile as paper against the Human Alliance's weapon systems, which seemed straight out of science fiction. Boltgun fire could easily leave burn marks on the armor, not to mention the even more deadly individual plasma laser weapons and anti-armor grenades.
"Sir, we must adjust our tactics!"
The general from the former Neon Army immediately spoke out that panicking at the moment would be of no use, and only through calm analysis could they find a glimmer of hope for a comeback.
"We can't directly engage in a head-on confrontation with the Red Lotus II. We need to utilize its mobility and concealment to conduct guerrilla warfare within Mount Fuji."
He continued:
"At the same time, activate our secret weapon - the Kamikaze Special Forces."
"[Kamikaze Special Forces]"
Upon hearing this, a glimmer of hope flashed in everyone's eyes. This was the result of years of research and development by the six Kyoto companies. It was a suicidal tactic that allowed for high-speed movement, using fighter jet engines installed in KMFs, allowing a single, outdated KMF to replace a more advanced KMF or armored vehicle. Originally intended for Bnitania, it was now being used against the Human Alliance.
Lakshatachara stood at the back of the command center. She was not optimistic about the Kamikaze Force at all. The weapons of the people from the other world could suppress the Guren Nishiki and prevent it from getting close. How much better could the Kamikaze Force be?
"Pigburst!"
As the Kamikaze officers injected the Zoro team members with banned drugs, the Zoro team members drank a bowl of medicinal wine, put on their headbands, started the suicide KMF engine, and rushed towards the attacking Astartes with screams.
The speed of the instantaneous explosion surprised the Astartes a little, but soon these suicidal KMFs were intercepted in front by the bubble shields thrown by the Astartes and were unable to make a sudden attack.
The think tank, protected by the Terminator Astartes, mobilized the magic power in their bodies and released ice magic to turn the blocked [Kamikaze Special Forces] suicide KMF into ice sculptures. If it were not for the consideration that a series of explosions inside the mountain would cause Mount Fuji to collapse and affect the progress of the project, the think tank would have used fire magic to destroy them all.
Looking at the video feed from the front, the Kamikaze Force, which was considered a trump card, failed without even making a splash. Everyone present lost their energy and sat on the ground helplessly.
Lakshatachara stared intently at the battlefield before her, her brow furrowed, secretly thanking herself for her initial assessment. The technological prowess, magical power, and tactical mastery of these aliens far exceeded her expectations. Even the Kamikaze Special Forces, renowned for their extreme bravery, seemed powerless against such an adversary. She shook her head and whispered to her deputy, who was also closely watching the battle.
"It seems that we have to re-evaluate our opponents and the chips in our hands."
The deputy nodded in understanding. Their bargaining chip was naturally the technology in their hands in exchange for the chance to save their lives. They were not Japanese, nor were they the backbone of the six Kyoto families. They came here just for ordinary work relationships. There was no need to sacrifice their lives for this job.
Just as Lakshata was thinking about countermeasures, a group of Astartes wearing power armor appeared from the shadows, and quickly killed most of the people here with their bolters and chainswords.
The blood-soaked Astarte came before Lakshata. His tall figure and the buzzing sound of his weapon made her fall backwards. She could not help but speak hurriedly:
"Wait, I surrender. I'm not from the Six Families of Kyoto. I'm a scientist."
The Astartes in front of her stopped, and an electronic voice came from the helmet:
"Stand still and follow us later."
On the other side, Kallen, who was driving the Crimson Lotus II and trying to resist, had her legs broken and fell to the ground.