Chapter 1725 Strategic Dilemma
With the help of the gradually expanding logistics transportation network and astrological communication stations, the situation and battle reports from various theaters converged at the fastest speed to the expeditionary force headquarters in the Sagan system.
Similarly, materials and equipment shipped from Reza and the other two small forging worlds were also continuously transported to various war zones through here. Therefore, the waterway of the Sagan system became the most important place in the Maelstrom during this period. Busy waterway.
“After a month of offensive, Huron did not send large-scale reinforcements to Badab, but only sent a fleet to cruise around the sector and a small number of supporting troops.”
Sa In the war situation room of the large-scale orbital station that was transformed into the Expeditionary Force's headquarters on Planet Ganzhu, several tall figures were gathered around the data and star maps that were constantly passing through.
Lysander, Chief of Staff of the Astartes General Staff, pointed to the Badab sector as he spoke.
“Looking at the enemy’s situation, it looks like they will defend to the end with their existing troops. From the battle report of the first theater, the Red Pirates have indeed deployed heavy troops there. As an enclave, Huron dares to make such a bet, which also means that he concludes that we cannot win the Badab sector. "
Soshiyang crossed his chest with one hand and supported his chin with the other, his brain running rapidly.
The previous strategy was to force the Red Pirates to invest a large number of troops in the Badab sector to engage in a war of attrition, but now Huron has taken the initiative to invest heavy troops here. It seems that their strategy has been achieved.
But the question is, how much of the force Huron invested accounted for his military strength?
Does he still have the energy to initiate other actions?
This is the key. If Huron invests far less troops than they expect, then a large number of their troops will be contained by the enemy in the Badab sector.
So he said:
"How many troops have the Red Pirates deployed in Badab?"
As the intelligence director, Marcus coughed lightly and took out The data pad was then imported into the star map, and a string of numbers immediately rose up on the Badab sector.
"Based on existing intelligence, we infer that the enemy should have 20-30 million mortal troops and about 20,000 space warriors here."
Helbrecht frowned on the side.
"I think there shouldn't be that many. If the enemy's Space Marines really reach this number, with the existing strength of the first theater, I'm afraid it won't be possible to fight on two fronts."
Marcus has some He pulled his face in embarrassment and said:
"Now, the intelligence system is still being penetrated, maybe there are some errors."
"Let's call this group of enemies the Badab Group."
Soshiyang pointed to the star map, looked at Marcus and said seriously:
"Judge Marcus , In the future, you must prioritize understanding the situation of this enemy, whether it is troop strength or defensive deployment, which is crucial to the expedition."
"Understood, Commander Soshyan"
In fact, Soshyan did not place much hope on the intelligence of the Tribunal. His real intelligence hope was Occam. He also met with him a few days ago. Occam said that although he has successfully replaced Judah, But that didn't mean that he would be able to master the entire Red Pirates intelligence system right away. He even had to figure out the troop configuration of the expeditionary force according to Judah's original plan, especially the number of Astartes.
Obviously, Huron was not sure about the strength of the empire.
However, he did tell Soshyan one thing clearly, that is, the commander of Badab is quite troublesome. His name is Hongso, from Iron Warriors.
Soshiyan has never told anyone else about this. On the one hand, he is afraid of affecting Occam's infiltration, and on the other hand
The feud between the Iron Warriors and the Imperial Fist for thousands of years is very difficult. May lead to aggressive behavior by frontline commanders.
But now is the time to say it, everyone must make a judgment.
"As far as I know, the Huron commander sent to the Badab sector."
Soshyan looked at Lysander.
"It's an Iron Warrior named Honso."
"He?"
Lysander and Helbrecht made surprised sounds at the same time, Marcus Si was also stunned, and then said:
"Is this the Hongsuo who attacked the home of the Ultramarines?" Soshyan nodded.
“Yes.”
“I didn’t expect this bastard to go to Huron.”
Have a deep grudge with the Iron Warriors After taking a look at the star map, Lysander said to Soshyan:
"I want to lead the company to Badab personally."
Soshyan immediately extended his hand.
"Captain Lysander, be patient. Now that Honsou is there, he will definitely not be able to escape, but the headquarters still needs you now."
"If it is the Iron Warriors "
Helbrecht was much calmer. He put his hands on the guardrail, stared at the star map and pondered for a moment and then said:
"The Badab sector is not easy to fight. Huron deployed heavy troops, combined with the strong fortresses and fortifications built, and the Iron Warriors' defensive strategy, it is difficult."
"Helbrey Brother Chet is right, and more importantly, if Huron can fight several of our theaters with Badab's strength alone, then he may be able to free up his hands for other operations, or even attack us, This is what I have been worried about. If the rhythm of the attack is controlled by Huron, then with the numerical advantage and mobility advantage of the Space Marines, he can attack us at a certain point anytime, anywhere, and then we will be led by his nose. , there is an embarrassing situation of being fortified everywhere and unable to defend everywhere, so we must absorb Huron’s troops.”
Listening to Soshyan’s words, Herbrecht still stared at the star map, and finally. Say two words.
“Add more troops.”
Soshiyang nodded.
"Indeed, now we can only increase troops to the first and second theaters. We must continue to put pressure on Badab, and we must exert extreme pressure."
"Just increasing troops will not work."< br>
Mazhar stretched out his hand and drew a line around Badab.
“Now the enemy fleet can still move freely here. If the enemy navy cannot be effectively restrained, then the casualties in the forcible attack will be astronomical. Even if the extermination order is to be executed, the enemy must be eliminated first. Orbital defense can only turn Badab into a dead place to force Huron to take control of his family."
Lysander also stretched out his hand and pointed to a place.
"There is only one way to turn Badab into a dead place."
Everyone looked at the key galaxy——
Angerstrom
After thinking for a moment , Soshyan touched his chin with a cold metal glove, and whispered:
"We can imagine that Huron has no reason not to think that he will try his best to prevent us from occupying Angstrom. If we want You have to move fast, very fast or. ”
Suddenly, his eyes lit up.
“Or we can change the magnet from Badab to Angstrom.”
Helbrecht straightened up immediately upon hearing this.
"Yes, that's it. Badab is the battlefield chosen by Huron. We don't need to follow him. The Angstrom galaxy is actually more beneficial to us. The premise is that we must seize the forge world. Captured before the Hurons"
(End of Chapter)