“I wonder, just how strong is Fenrir, really…”
“We believe the ratio of weight to Magic Stone size, and consequently the size of the Magic Stone itself, influences the power of magical phenomena! Considering ＜Rain Croin＞ was approximately 1,900 tons, and Wyverns are 2,000 tons, simply put, the Magic Stone performance of a ＜Fenrir＞ species, estimated at 300-400 tons, wouldn’t be very high…”
Asahi tilted her head, answering Eve’s question.
“This is just a comparison with the magical abilities of smaller monsters like Worms and Hyenas, so we can’t say that Threat Creatures of ＜Fenrir＞ size have low magical abilities. Certainly, ＜Rain Croin＞’s Magic Stone was large, and ＜Wyvern＞’s was a similar size. There’s definitely a relationship between weight and Magic Stone size, but we don’t have enough cases to definitively say it’s proportional to magical ability!”
“＜Fenrir＞ is smaller than the giant Worm, but it’s analyzed that Worms likely have smaller Magic Stones compared to their body size. Worms have never had very high magical abilities among Threat Creatures.”
The Worm’s Magic Stones have been recovered, but they were much smaller compared to the ＜Wyvern＞’s. Worms don’t possess Magic Barriers, and their magical abilities were classified as low. Conversely, the juvenile ＜Rain Croin＞ (though already over 4m in length) already possesses Magic Barrier abilities. And the size of the Magic Stone within is thought to be smaller than that of a Worm.
“We can’t underestimate it. We have no choice but to go all out!”
“However, using aircraft could attract other Threat Creatures, like ＜Wyverns＞. Therefore, we can’t put the Gigantia Squad at the front lines.”
While Asahi was breathing fire, ＜Ringo＞ calmly displayed the operation map.
As ＜Fenrir＞ moves south, the ground forces centered around the Land Battleship, which had been on standby, would advance.
It is presumed that Threat Creatures perceive the magical abilities of their opponents and determine the degree of threat.
Therefore, it was unknown how much hostility they would direct towards the Land Battleship.
“Radar irradiation needs to be kept to a minimum! Ground weapons are based on visual combat, so there shouldn’t be any problems, but the Gigantia Squad in the rear needs to be creative!”
“GPS guidance or guidance by laser irradiation will be used. The number of GPS geostationary satellites is insufficient, so we need to conduct operations during the time when low-orbit satellites pass overhead.”
Currently, many of the weapons operated by ＜The Tree＞ use Electromagnetic Waves. The problem of ＜Wyverns＞ being attracted by scattering aerial radar has been identified, so flying aircraft near the Demon Forest is extremely risky.
“So, the operation time is limited. ＜Fenrir＞’s usual movement speed doesn’t seem that fast, so is that not a problem?”
“Yes, Ma’am. That’s right. ＜Fenrir＞’s territory patrols follow almost the same route each time, so we can choose the operation start time.”
The basic tactic is to neutralize the Magic Barrier with Hypersonic Missiles fired from the rear after the ground forces make contact, and then attack with high-powered cannons such as Electromagnetic Acceleration Cannons (Railguns) and Multi-Stage Electromagnetic Cannons (Coil Cannons).
The concern is the possibility of being swept away with a single blow after making contact.
Because ＜Fenrir＞’s combat power is unknown, it’s impossible to predict the damage if a unit centered around a Land Battleship is deployed.
The engagement distance should be at least several kilometers.
“Can’t we just hit it with missiles or something?”
“Ah, Asahi thought of that too! But the prediction is that it would be difficult to make it retreat unless we clearly prepare an enemy! It would be best if we could defeat it!”
“Hmm. I see. So, there are too many uncertain factors after all…”
Because there’s no certainty of defeating ＜Fenrir＞, the operation was chosen based on the criterion of high probability of driving it away. In the first place, it’s not even known whether it will be driven away and return. Conversely, it might become obsessed and attack frequently.
Since there’s no benefit to leaving it alone, they thought of throwing the surplus ground forces at it, also as a way to dispose of inventory.
Of course, Recycling wouldn’t be a waste, but currently, digging up Lodes is cheaper for resource acquisition. Automatic machines deteriorate if they’re not used, so it’s more profitable to use them up if there’s a use for them.
“Well, whatever. Let’s just throw them at it. We’ll have to measure its combat power at some point anyway.”
“Yes, Ma’am. We will form a unit centered around the Land Battleship ＜Jötunn＞ and formulate an attack plan. The final stage will be a Saturation Bombardment after deploying anti-Magic Barrier missiles, but let’s use several tactics before that.”
“We’ve learned that Electromagnetic Wave weapons can also be effective! Considering only the simple input energy, the most powerful at the moment is the concentrated use of Lasers or Masers!”
Considering only the amount of energy projected onto a single point, Lasers and Masers, which can combine multiple irradiation points, are the most powerful.
Also, by diverting the Microwave Power Supply System, it’s possible to generate an energy peak at an arbitrary point.
＜Wyverns＞ had strong resistance to Electromagnetic Waves, but Electromagnetic Wave attacks were effective against the Magic Barrier of the Holy Capital of Prawa. According to Asahi’s prediction, this is because the ＜Wyvern＞’s scales reflected Electromagnetic Waves, so they weren’t recognized as effective attacks.
In other words, Magic Barriers may selectively exclude attacks that are harmful to themselves.
Therefore, it’s extremely important to find out what effective attacks are against ＜Fenrir＞.
For example, it might actually have strong resistance to artillery fire. Well, I know it’s unlikely, but.
“Um, this time I’ll properly contact Lord Amadio… and. Hmm, should I send him the operation outline when it’s done and have a meeting or something…”
“…It would be best to confirm with him personally.”
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“…Mmm.”
“…? Lord Amadio, what’s wrong?”
Amadio Silverhead, who was giving a lecture on history as a way to interact with Saarya, couldn’t help but raise his voice at the information that was suddenly sent to him.
“Ah, no, sorry. I just remembered something utterly trivial. Don’t worry about it.”
“…Is that so? Well, Lord Amadio is an important figure in the country, so I understand you have a lot to think about!”
Amadio smiled wryly at Saarya, who was trying to be an understanding woman. Linanel, watching the scene, was also smiling.
“Now, next is this guy… Senior Baron Raptsunen. He played an important role in leading the border guard knights. It was a defense of a strategic point, so even though he was a Baron, he received considerable support, and his salary was high. However, he wasn’t on very good terms with the Margrave. Because support supplies were being skimmed off.”
While telling such history.
Amadio Silverhead was processing the information sent to him in his mind.
While the main body continued to move as before, it was using the AB Construct’s computational domain to analyze the information.
And the information sent was.
In Amadio Silverhead’s perception, it was a large Magical Beast. In ＜Paraiso＞ terms, it was a Threat Creature classified as ＜Fenrir＞, and it was a subjugation plan.
By the way, all the history that Amadio tells is what he has seen with his own eyes.
He is a living witness.