Chapter 837: Battle of Kresh V
Glory Sword Class Heavy Cruiser.
Inside the bridge, a quiet atmosphere filled the air.
Xia Xiu sat in the command seat, her eyes looking at the deep universe through the transparent porthole. The cold starlight in the starry sky reflected in the golden pupils, and the air was filled with faint sound of electronic equipment running. The staff of the bridge were busy at their respective posts, but the atmosphere was always balanced by calmness and tension.
He lowered his head slightly, gently tapped the console in front of him with his fingers, and then the latest battle report he received appeared on the holographic display screen in front of him. The front-line battle report he had just received made him raise the corner of his mouth slightly.
The Confession's action has been successfully completed, control of the Luminous Island has fallen into their hands, and the transformer Henry Harding successfully disguised himself as Caranos Carl.
All this was expected and he was very satisfied.
The power of the son of the courtyard is gradually growing, and more and more tasks no longer require him to take action. The elites under him are increasingly able to stand on their own, which also allows his future plans to advance more smoothly.
He turned to look at the pilot Selas Sephalon on the side of the bridge.
The Navigator with three eyes is standing in front of the console, and the third eye on his forehead is sensing the fluctuations in the surrounding etheric space.
"Selas, prepare to jump to the nearby clearance area and create a threat."
Xia Xiu ordered the pilot on the side:
"While destroying their space station and the engine of the etheric traction wave, be sure to attract their main fleet."
Selas did not hesitate and immediately replied:
"Yes, teacher."
Immediately, the pilot began to operate the console and mobilize the ship's system.
Under his command, [Sword of Glory], this huge three-kilometer-long cruiser slowly began to adjust its course.
The ship's engine began to roar, like a sleeping giant beast, ready to explode its power.
As the hull began to turn, the outline of the Sword of Glory became clearer in the dark universe. The sharp hull and sharp armor were like a huge death scythe, swinging towards the enemy's heart.
Under the precise operation of Silas, the ship connected to the hyperspace channel near the Kresh Hub and quickly made a leap.
[The clearance area is ahead -]
Under the precise capture of the third eye of Cyras, the ship connected to the ether traction wave hyperspace channel near the Kresh hub, and then quickly made a leap.
【Start to jump! 】
Swish—
The lights in the bridge flickered slightly, and the hyperspace crack on the screen was rapidly expanding, and the entire bridge was swallowed by an invisible force.
At that moment, the body of the Sword of Glory merged with the universe.
After everything returns to peace, the voice of the leader slowly sounds.
"Complete the leap."
Selas's voice broke the silence inside the bridge.
"Target area has entered."
At this moment, the huge hull of [Sword of Glory] quietly appeared on the interference border outside the Kresh Hub, like a ghost beast floating in space.
Its iconic Gothic style appearance is like a hanging sharp blade in the void, giving people a sense of oppressive heaviness.
The atmosphere inside the bridge was severe and cold. Xia Xiu sat in front of the podium, with a sense of thrill in his golden eyes.
It was actually the first time he was commanding the fleet to attack this job.
Compared with his personal battles, this time, he had to rely on a huge fleet, not his powerful personal power.
In the past, most of the hubs he conquered were Terran's endogenous hubs. Those existences themselves were not profound and their strategic depth could not be compared with these hubs facing today.
In the battlefield of the past, Xia Xiu was able to rely on his great power as he was like the prehistoric world to forcibly break through and destroy all resistance.
You can overwhelm everything alone without the help of a fleet.
Now, however, with the outbreak of the Ivy War, the situation has changed.
Faced with the vast war situation involving countless hubs in the heavens and all realms and spread throughout the deep ocean, simple personal power can no longer bear such a vast strategic depth.
Even if the gods of the Golden King Court who are the most popular gods in the [miracle], even if they have the power to break the sky, they will find it difficult for them to form effective strikes and controls on these huge battlefields by their own strength alone.
What's more, the depth of these hubs is not as simple as just a few simple hubs - each hub is a complex battlefield that can evolve to several times the scale of battle he expected at any time.
So what Xia Xiu really needs is... the fleet, an elite naval force belonging to the courtyard.
The fleet in the courtyard has begun to take shape now, but the current number of ships is actually far from enough.
In addition to the basic necessary ships such as [scientific research ships], [engineering ships], [residence], etc., the only heavy battleship that can be truly handy now is the [Sword of Glory Heavy Cruiser].
This cruiser was not self-developed and produced by the courtyard - it was drawn by the Kingdom of Heaven and built by eight companies with abnormal capital.
Although there is no need to be so clear about the relationship between the kingdom of heaven and the courtyard, Xia Xiu still hopes that the courtyard can have the ability to independently develop and build ships.
Although this cruiser is enough to represent the flagship power of the courtyard, it still cannot form an effective combat power advantage in quantity.
What's even more fatal is that the fleet's organization is far from mature.
The two problems with the courtyard navy are now-the number of ships and the number of talents.
The construction of ships includes the Kingdom of Heaven, the STC template, and the abnormal capitals that can sustainably exhaust the waters and fish and fleece.
If he really wanted to fight the Explosive Soldiers at all costs, he could really make the number of staff for the courtyard immediately.
But the problem now lies in the talent, especially the number of sons in the core courtyard, which is far from keeping up with the needs of fleet expansion.
Even if the fleet is filled with the organization, the existing Garden Son Warriors are far from enough to support such a huge fleet, which means that even with ships, the Garden cannot quickly form a complete combat power.
Faced with the above difficulties, the Lord of the courtyard has made the following four important instructions:
[I. In order to ensure the long-term development of the courtyard and occupy an advantageous position in future strategic competition, the most urgent task at present is to accelerate the cultivation of the courtyard's sons to supplement and strengthen existing combat power and build a combat group with independent combat capabilities.
II. The courtyard-exclusive STC template research and development plan must be fully launched to ensure that technological innovation and tactical application can match modern warfare needs and maximize combat effectiveness.
III. Comprehensive construction of naval forces affiliated with the courtyard is also on the agenda. The formation of a fleet must not only rely on the investment of high-end warships, but also need to be equipped with a matching crew and command system to ensure that the fleet can show strong mobility and attack power in a multi-dimensional battlefield.
This strategic deployment will ensure that the courtyard has sufficient military strength and equipment support in future cross-deep military operations, forming a dual advantage of external expansion and defense.
IV. By building a fleet belonging to the courtyard, the courtyard will gradually form a sustainable strategic force, providing strong support for the war layout within the wider Ivy area in the future. 】
On the basis of adhering to the [utopian Program], [human supremacy], and the new era [sequentialism] of the Lord of the Court, all sons must strictly abide by and implement these noble principles and courtyard directives to ensure the full realization of strategic goals.
The above official words were sorted out by Secretary-General Pan Si Jian to the various departments of the courtyard and all the sons of the courtyard.
And since the courtyard established its political commissar system, the implementation of these instructions has fallen on the political commissar. They will become the agents of the courtyard owner and gain the power to supervise and enforce discipline.
Xia Xiu's dispersed thoughts were immediately withdrawn, and the many thoughts just now were in reality for less than two seconds.
He is now used to dealing with various government affairs and wars. He needs to worry about all aspects of running a force.
The Lord of the Courtyard, who was putting his attention back into the battle, said to the three-eyed student who was also eager to try in front of him: "Ceras, prepare for the strike." "Yes, teacher." The leader Selas quickly moved on the display screen next to the bridge, and his three eyes glowed slightly in the void, quickly sweeping through the tactical layout that was about to be unfolded.
As the command was issued, the reactor of [Sword of Glory] made a low roar, and the ship's thruster flashed slightly, then accelerated forward, quickly launching an attack on the defensive array of Kresh Hub.
【Operation is normal, Void Shield is activated, and all systems are ready. 】
【1,800 kilometers away from the orbital defense array of Kresh Hub, approaching the attack range-】
The hull was slightly vibrating, and the fluctuations of the void shield formed a slight layer of light on the outside, and black glazed glass covered the entire hull.
The railgun in the distance discovered the cruiser and immediately launched an attack.
Boom—
Boom—
The violent psionic waves hit the void shield without causing a slight turmoil.
【Void shield layer number: 4-layer shield has been activated.
Total shield energy: 100% (initial state)
Current shield strength: First layer of shield: has endured 1 psionic shelling, current strength: 85% (absorbed 80% of attack energy)
The second layer of shield: Strength: 100%
The third layer of shield: Strength: 100%
The fourth layer of shield: Strength: 100%
Shield recovery time: 30 seconds (if the first layer of shield completely collapses, it will start to recover automatically)】
Faced with the attack of the rail gun, the plasma arc cannons on both sides of the ship's body were fired immediately, and the energy in the main turret of the bow of the ship began to be charged. After a few seconds, two dazzling plasma bullets rushed out like huge thunder, cutting through the dark void.
[Target lock: Kresh Hub Orbital Defense Array——]
[Estimated hit time: 1 second later! 】They rushed to the orbital defense array in the distance, penetrated the shields of several space stations, and produced terrible explosion waves after the explosion. The nearby defense facilities were instantly destroyed, and the fluctuations of fire and energy swept through thousands of kilometers of space.
Immediately, a series of data flashed on the dashboard inside the bridge, indicating that the first strike was successful.
"Enemy fleets are beginning to assemble."
The third eye on the pilot's forehead suddenly shone with inspiration, and he had already captured the Gith foreign fleet in front of him.
At the same time [Sword of Glory] launched an attack, a group of warships in the distance began to gather quickly.
The 12 Kresh Hub Defense Fleet warships gathered neatly in the direction of the bridge and adopted a typical defensive formation - the "fish group formation".
Four of the ships are located in front, forming a near-perfect line of defense, while the others form an encirclement behind and flanks.
The strongest battleships in the fleet are located in the center of the array, like a moving fortress, trying to weaken the offensive advantage of [Sword of Glory] with layers of shields and powerful weapons.
These ships emit strong energy fluctuations, and are the backbone of the Gith foreigners' most proud warships - the fleet consisting of high-intensity shields and dense firepower.
The surface of the ship emits a cold silver light, and the bow is equipped with a huge rail turret and energy cannon, showing a threat that cannot be underestimated.
At the same time, the long-range orbital psychic turret on the Kresh Hub also began to operate.
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Several huge psychic cannons shot out light, cutting through the void, and launching a fierce counterattack on the [Sword of Glory].
The power of these psychic cannons cannot be underestimated. They can easily tear the shields of heavy ships and may even destroy important parts.
However, in the face of these attacks, the Void Shield of [Sword of Glory] showed strong defense capabilities.
Whenever the psychic cannon hit the hull, layers of dazzling energy barriers will quickly absorb these attacks, and all the energy is swallowed into a bottomless abyss.
Arson bombardment is like waves slapped on an iron wall. Although it is shocking greatly, it cannot shake the foundation of the ship.
[The enemy fleet is assembled! ! ! 】
A red warning screen came from the command template inside the bridge.
The three ships of the Gith foreign fleet have completed their assembly, and they are like cold predators.
Although these ships are far less large than those of the Sword of Glory Heavy Cruiser, with ships ranging in size from hundreds to thousands of meters, their flexibility, dense formation and ubiquitous air defense fire pose a powerful threat.
The Gith foreigners fleet ahead is mainly composed of frigates and destroyers. These ships are small in size, but have strong flexibility and can react quickly.
The overall arrangement of ships is compact and widely distributed, with the purpose of using mobility to offset the cruiser's long-range strikes.
As the fleet gathered, strong light began to flash on the surface of the enemy's hulls, and the shield systems of each ship were activated one by one.
Although their shields are not as powerful as the Void Shield of the Sword of Glory, their high-energy plasma shield and magnetic field reaction shield are still sufficient to withstand most conventional attacks.
Since the four monarchs and some of the stars spread black box technology, all cats and dogs can install "self-developed shields" on themselves.
——They are very grateful to the Four Monarchs for Open Source.
At this moment, the shield surface of each ship flashed with a red halo, like thin layers of energy films, completely wrapping the ships, giving them certain defense capabilities.
These shields may not be able to resist for a long time when facing the powerful firepower of the Sword of Glory, but for smaller ships, it is enough to deal with long-range strikes from cruisers in a short time.
To break through the shield system of these ships, either Xia Xiu will take action himself now to suppress one of the fleets with great power units, but other fleets will definitely rely on strategic depth and their own power to speed up and run away, looking for a suitable opportunity to escape.
To find a way to hit and deal with these ships, you must slowly take it.
As for whether the Gith foreign fleet could threaten [Sword of Glory]...
Xia Xiu was not worried at all.
In any case, with the strong protection ability of ships and their own strength, enemy ships are unlikely to pose a huge threat to them.
"Selas, the entire ship will be left to you to command next."
Xia Xiu chose to hand over the command to the pilot at this moment to avoid excessive concentration of command.
"Yes!"
After taking over the command of the entire ship, Selas made a quick judgment. Considering the large number of enemy ships, he immediately began to choose the appropriate strategy on the battlefield.
"Prepare to adjust the tactics to avoid being surrounded. Choose a favorable battlefield and maintain mobility."
Now, relying solely on the firepower of cruisers, the firepower of three enemy ships cannot be suppressed in one fell swoop, and the firepower of the entire thirty-six ships is impossible.
So, Silas decided to rely on the powerful maneuverability of [Sword of Glory] to gradually divert the enemy ship from the core area of the Kresh Hub through long-range strikes, and use guerrilla tactics to quickly strike when the enemy ship is not yet approaching.
"Start attack and destroy their formation."
Selas commanded the bridge personnel to quickly adjust the ship's weapon system and start long-range strikes.
The main turret of [Sword of Glory] made a deafening roar, and the plasma arc cannon system at the head of the ship suddenly opened, blasting out dazzling purple energy beams.
Several frigates were bombed directly under the attack of arc cannons. If it weren't for the multiple destroyers being pushed up, they would have died on the spot.
"Continue to attack, our primary goal is to destroy the etheric traction wave engine in the area!"
After the pilot's order, the carrier-based missile launcher of [Sword of Glory] was activated again, and dozens of missiles quickly locked the target.
These missiles quietly cut through the silence of the star world during their flight, hitting the enemy ship like thunder.
The standard sabotage missile first hit the external shield of an enemy destroyer. Although the shield was not completely broken, the missile's shock wave directly pushed the ship to the edge of the explosion, and then a series of fire and debris splashes occurred.
However, the enemy did not panic.
The commander quickly commanded the fleet to adjust its formation and reorganize its defense line through the communication system of the Red Dragon Air Mothership.
The fleets quickly entered a state of combat, and a circular encirclement formed between the fleets, surrounding the [Sword of Glory].
A fleet with a Red Dragon Strike Group began to accelerate toward the battlefield. The Red Dragon Group was ready to launch an air suppression.
Several frigates and destroyers quickly adjusted their course and approached [Sword of Glory] in a tight formation.
They intend to use dense firepower and maneuverability to force the [Sword of Glory] into the attack range, thus breaking through the shield and destroying the cruiser.
At the same time, the psychic raid fleet equipped with psionic weapons in the distance also began to use their psionic missiles and jamming systems to launch a hidden blow to [Sword of Glory].
Several purple psychic beams suddenly fired from the battleship's shooting port, instantly crossing the battlefield and pounced towards the [Sword of Glory].
But these attacks did not break through the defense of the Sword of Glory.
The Void Shield flashed with golden light, easily absorbing psionic attacks.
[Sword of Glory] did not waver at all at the counterattack of the enemy ship.
Selas calmly observed the battlefield situation and issued new instructions at the right time.
"Move at full speed, take them and adjust the route."
He directed the ship to change course, quickly escaped from the encirclement of the enemy ship, and instead launched a new guerrilla war.
Meanwhile, the cruiser's firepower system did not forget its mission and continued to destroy the space station and traction-wave engine near the Kresh Hub.
He and three enemy fleets were constantly fighting back and tug-of-war, and the enemy ship was just slipped away.
[Silent confession number sent a message, they have successfully penetrated into the hub! 】
After destroying all traction engines on the periphery and receiving the instruction from the Colorless Confession Team to successfully sneak into the Kresh Hub, the Navigator no longer loves to fight.
"Prepare to accelerate and disperse enemy ships."
With the order issued, the EVE particle propulsion engine at the head of the [Sword of Glory] suddenly burst out with dazzling white light, and five plasma propellers that were hundreds of meters long suddenly surged into a turbulent airflow.
At the same time, the ether traction engines on both sides of the ship also quietly heated up, and slight shock waves swept out.
The huge ship, calm but full of power, began to accelerate suddenly, like a wild beast that broke free from the bondage, instantly shook off the bondage of the enemy ship with a strong propulsion airflow.
The three-kilometer-long giant ship does not appear bulky in the universe. Instead, it shows an arrogant domineering attitude because of its huge propulsion.
The super-powerful engine of the ship was like a huge wave, causing shock in the surrounding space and creating a roaring hollow sound, which made the enemy ships only watch from a distance.
The ships of the Kresh defensive fleet and the psychic raid fleet could only watch the giant beast go further and further away with a grievance.
They looked at the [Sword of Glory] in the depths of the star world, showing an extremely huge acceleration force without any concealment, and the hull disappeared from their sight like a flash of lightning.
The speed of these ships could not keep up with it at all. Even if they activated the powerful propulsion system, they could only appear extremely small under the back of [Sword of Glory].
Even if they launched a full-strength pursuit, their speed was still far lower than the breakthrough speed of [Sword of Glory].
These fleets also did not choose to break away from the control area of the Kresh Hub.
If they rashly leave the hub too far, they are likely to be exposed to the enemy's ambush.
What's more, the Kresh Hub is their support, where there are a large number of defense systems and orbital turrets to support, and if they lose contact with the Hub, it would be a complete disaster.