Chapter 667: Secrets of the Great Expedition
After receiving astonishing intelligence and news from Inquisitor Angelica, Soshyan contacted Randall immediately, and the other party was also surprised.
Since Randall's side has more strength than Soshyan, the war in the southern continent ended completely a week ago.
But a new problem emerged.
Originally, they imagined that as long as they recaptured the northern and southern continents, they would immediately be able to counterattack the main continent via land and sea, but they underestimated the strategic vision of the escaped green-skinned warlord.
The greenskins were actually prepared and built a large number of armed ships. These warships were equipped with large-caliber artillery and rockets. Although they looked very crude, they were more than enough for Armageddon's "navy" which only had speedboats. This The last large surface warship on the planet
was destroyed in a museum fire three thousand years ago.
At the same time, the green-skinned air force also began to patrol the sea leading to the main continent day and night, making "smuggling" extremely unrealistic.
At this moment, the battle situation immediately came to a standstill.
Although the empire holds orbital rights, it is really powerless against small and erratic targets, and its weak air power has also resulted in air supremacy being in the hands of the greenskins for a long time.
In order to further discuss the subsequent actions, Randall had to teleport back to the battleship, and then teleport from the battleship to Soshyan.
After struggling for a long time, the two finally met.
“Brother, how much truth do you think Angelica’s words are?”
After listening to Soshiyan’s narrative, Randall thought for a moment and said softly:
"I guess most of it is true, but I think there is something hidden about the purpose of their operation."
"Actually, I have heard such rumors."
Taros, who was sitting on the sofa with his legs crossed, suddenly spoke. The reason why he was brought to this secret meeting was because of his ability to foresee what would happen next. was important in his actions, and Randall understood this.
And his evaluation of Talos was higher than Soshyan expected.
More importantly, Talos is the only person here who has experienced the Great Crusade. His understanding of the history of the empire can provide a basis for Soshyan's next judgment.
“The green skin empire back then was very extraordinary. You have also seen the virtues of the green skins now. I can tell you that the green skins at that time were very different from now. Not to mention the advanced technology and organization. The sex is very high. I did not participate in the battle of Ullanor, but I participated in the Outer Star
In the battle in the Ork System, I almost lost my life. Can you imagine a group of five-meter-tall greenskins wearing power armor? ”
Talos, who had nothing to do, did not wear power armor. Instead, he put on a midnight blue robe, and all the characteristics of this child of midnight, from his pale face to his tenor-like voice. , seems to be all to make him blend in with the robe he is wearing.
Just like Randall's evaluation of him-this man will often express his views frankly and express his opinions at the same time. He will also think carefully about the message he wants to convey, and even occasionally have a sense of humor, which is quite rare among the Astartes.
"Why is this? ”
Soshyan squinted at Talos through the white steam slowly rising from the teacup beside his lips. Although the servitors around him who were operating the communication and data stations were only wearing short sleeves, the real air The temperature is still hovering at a level suitable for refrigerated meat.
They were currently in the area at the top of the hive's spire, which was extremely cold because the power supply had not yet been restored.
"There are many rumors. Some say that this green-skin empire has inherited the legacy of an ancient race. There are also rumors that this green-skin empire is actually a doll controlled by the Eldar. But the most bizarre one is The rumor is still "
" What is it? "
"I also accidentally heard that a certain reporter said that the tyrant of the green-skinned empire was something similar to the emperor. The existence of subspace power."
"What!"
The shocked Soshyan subconsciously put down his tea cup, and out of the corner of his eye, he noticed a surprised expression on Randall's face.
"This sounds really incredible. I can't imagine that there is an alien that can rival the Emperor."
Hearing Soshyan's words, Talos shrugged his shoulders. "It's really bizarre. At the time, I thought the narrator was crazy."
"But you remembered it, even after ten thousand years."
Randall suddenly spoke, seeming to be hinting at something.
“Why?”
“Well, it’s because it was our father who saved me that time in the Ork System. Savita was also present at that time. Although I almost fell to the ground. Fainted, but still heard their conversation, Sevatar asked what the outcome of this war would be, and the original body replied, "This is a decisive battle between false gods and false gods, and the tide of subspace will Decide everything', so I will always remember that bizarre rumor."
"Interesting, then things get complicated."
Randall touched his chin, and his voice became very passionate, which was in great contrast to his usual almost calm tone.
“It doesn’t seem like a coincidence that Horus built the tomb of our Primarch here.”
“We have more practical problems to solve.”< br>
Soshiyan then said:
“That place is under the Hades nest. It is now being besieged by the green skins and is in danger, but we have no way to support it. If the green skins occupy it, Once there, it will take more time to get it back, but time is not on our side, according to the Astropath's Conversation
We have reported that there are already Imperial support troops approaching, and other battle groups have responded to the request for help, including the Blood Angels Chapter. If we cannot make a quick decision, it will be inconvenient for subsequent operations. "
Hearing the words Blood Angel, Talos's face changed slightly, but immediately returned to normal.
Randall nodded in response.
Indeed, as Soshyan said, once external reinforcements intervene, it will be inconvenient to do many things, especially in a crowded place like the hive.
“If it doesn’t work, consider using a large scale. Teleport? ”
After a few minutes of silence, Randall proposed the most feasible solution.
"There is a high probability that it won't work."
Soshiyang replied slowly:
"There is no large-scale teleportation array in Hades' nest. We can't teleport many people at one time. , not to mention heavy weapons, and the situation there is very bad now, and it may fall at any time. If we invest our strength in it at this time, we will only be involved in a long war of attrition
, not to mention Go and find the tomb.”
In fact, there were some subtexts that Soshyan didn't say, but the other two people also knew it.
Currently, the only ones who can use teleportation are the Astartes, but if you go there now, you have to fight a brutal siege with extremely limited power. That will inevitably cause huge losses and casualties, Sosh Young was unwilling to commit his warriors to such a battlefield.
Perhaps this sounds a bit selfish, but now that Soshyan has to be responsible for a legion, he has to think more.
“Can I make a suggestion?”
Taros suddenly spoke, regardless of whether Soshyan agreed or not.
"Perhaps we should take a closer look at the terrain of Armageddon."
Like Soshyan, Talos once had a cup of hot tea in his hand, but he rarely drank it. He obviously regarded it as a Some kind of hand warmer.
(End of this chapter)