“Onee-sama, the wired sensor network is operating smoothly!”
“Indeed. North End City has accumulated operational experience, and the Prawa Theocracy here seems to be functioning properly as well.”
Since it was discovered that some of the Monsters inhabiting the Demon Forest react sensitively to Electromagnetic Waves, ＜The Tree＞ has been searching for solutions.
For the time being, it has been decided to use highly directional Electromagnetic Waves, or wired connections using cables, preferably shielded cables that do not leak Electromagnetic Waves, or optical fibers.
“Ma’am. Integrated analysis of sensor information has confirmed a large-scale movement of biological groups within the Demon Forest. Caution is advised.”
“…Hmm, a large movement. I wonder if it’s not quite as bad as that Stampede from before.”
“That’s right! It’s more like a shift in Territory! Conflicts between animals and Monsters seem to be occurring everywhere!”
Accurate information is being gathered from sensor information installed in various locations. By analyzing this information, the distribution of Monsters and animals living in the forest is becoming clear.
In particular, real-time analysis of Sound Waves has made it possible to track individual creatures, which is a significant development.
Small-scale bases are being built inside the forest, treated as disposable. Reinforcement measures such as wire mesh are being taken, and power is supplied via wired connections. By operating analyzers inside, information analysis is being carried out on-site.
By resolving the problem of data transfer delays, the accuracy of the final information has been greatly improved.
“It seems that the equipment attrition is severe when there are large Monsters…”
“Yes! For now, we are working to expand the surveillance network to gather such information, so it’s okay! We are also collecting metal reactions, so we should find promising Lodes soon! If we do, we will obtain resources that more than compensate for the losses!”
Large boars, bears, or highly aggressive deer-like Monsters. As they change their Territory, problems such as the destruction of the constructed sensor network or the collapse of the analysis bases are occurring.
However, the observation of the fact that they are being destroyed is also being processed as useful information.
Besides, if they are destroyed, we can just build new ones.
Compared to the previous state of starvation, the current financial situation of ＜The Tree＞ has improved considerably.
“If you say it’s going well, it’s going well. It’s slower than expected, but it’s not stopped. Isn’t it good?”
“Thank you, Ma’am.”
Initially, the plan was to open up the path at once by introducing automated machines.
However, doing so was expected to bring Threat Creatures from the depths of the Demon Forest, so the policy was changed to steadily develop from the outer edges.
“I’m glad we got information from the Chimyera Clan. If we hadn’t known, we might have sent in the Land Battleships…”
The information heard from the Chimyera Clan included a past incident where a front-line development base, built with great effort, was overrun by a giant Monster.
Moreover, it seems that after a certain amount of fighting power was gathered, Monsters rushed in as if they were aiming for it, along with a Threat Creature that was like their boss.
It is only a prediction, but it is thought that by gathering in a certain place, the Chimyera Clan causes some kind of reaction, or, as Asahi would say, the Magic (Fantasy) reaction becomes too large, which may stimulate something.
“Our machines have nothing to do with Magic (Fantasy), but they emit Electromagnetic Waves like crazy, so there is a possibility that a similar reaction will occur!”
In fact, swarms of Monsters attacked the flying machines that were sent into the sky.
It was easy to predict that the same situation would occur on the ground.
“Since we switched the automated machines to charging types, the operating time is tight.”
“We have to make them shielded to prevent Electromagnetic Waves leakage, so it’s different from what we’re used to.”
All of the automated machines being deployed locally are new models with measures against Electromagnetic Waves leakage. It is necessary to build charging facilities to match the development, and the progress speed is considerably slower compared to when microwave power supply was used.
“Operational experience is accumulating. We can optimize it eventually.”
“Since it’s wired, we can collect denser information, and the same goes for support. It’s a trade-off, I suppose.”
Eve nodded at the reports from her sisters.
The speed has been lost, but there is no doubt that the quality has improved.
“Besides, it’s helpful to be able to work with the Chimyera Clan. If it were just us, it would have taken much longer.”
“Yes, Ma’am. I agree. The development of the Demon Forest might have been halted until effective attack methods could be developed.”
“Those people are really strong!”
And, in terms of guard strength, the work of the Chimyera Clan, who are active on the front lines, was very prominent.
They act together with the automated machines and repel the attacking Monsters.
Well, for them, the automated machines that perfectly handle rear support should be reliable allies.
“I want to somehow incorporate them…”
“Indeed!”
Eve muttered so earnestly.
Of course, that doesn’t mean she wants to welcome the Chimyera Clan as a member of ＜The Tree＞.
It means that she wants to reproduce the Magic (Fantasy) technology they possess at ＜The Tree＞.
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“…Neun-dono. Once again, I thank you for your cooperation.”
At the beginning of the regular meeting, Turanta, the Patriarch of the Chimyera Clan, lowered his head.
“Why again? Turanta-dono.”
Responding to him is ＜Neun＞, the representative of the ＜Paraiso＞ side. A Communicator Doll who works as a coordinator with the Chimyera Clan.
“Thanks to you, we have been able to obtain a path to achieving our long-cherished wish. The Pope and the Archbishop sought power outside our country, but honestly, I didn’t have much expectation… As a result, we were able to gain a friend in you, ＜Paraiso＞.”
“Hmm. Well… that’s true. We are also interested in the Holy Land that you are aiming for. It was fortunate that our goals aligned.”
Fortunately, the goals of ＜Paraiso＞ and the ＜Chimyera Clan＞ coincided. The Prawa Theocracy, which has the long-cherished wish of reaching the Holy Land, and ＜Paraiso＞, which aims for the ruins of the Fortress called ＜Trout Nursery＞ in the Holy Land.
And, according to the Chimyera Clan’s view, there is no description in the scriptures about what happens after reaching the Holy Land, and there are no instructions from ＜Pravabog＞, so they will be released afterwards.
After achieving the long-cherished wish of reaching the Holy Land, they will simply return to being ordinary people. That seems to be the doctrine.
Therefore, it does not interfere with ＜Paraiso＞’s purpose of investigating ＜Trout Nursery＞. The Chimyera Clan and ＜Paraiso＞ were able to build a cooperative relationship without conflict.
“However, it will still take time. I don’t intend to take several years, but it’s not something that can be reached in a few months.”
“I understand. For us, it’s still an amazing development speed.”
Patriarch Turanta nodded deeply at Neun’s reply.
Slowly, but surely, it is moving forward. There is a sense of progress. It is clearly different from the days of simply repeating advances and retreats.
“However, if you intend to continue developing the road at this speed, I would like you to listen to our words once.”
“…I understand. I will listen to what you have to say.”
Is there something you are concerned about in this situation? Turanta straightened his posture and opened his mouth.
“I will leave the selection of the location to you, but it is better to build a defense base. If you go too far into the depths, you will be attacked by many Monsters, according to the information we have received. This is a fact that the scout unit has observed many times.”
According to Turanta.
In the deeper parts of the Demon Forest, the Monsters that appear become stronger and stronger. The number also increases. And, if you ignore those signs, you will eventually be swallowed up by a large army of Monsters.
“Perhaps, you must stop and reorganize your forces before you reach a critical situation. And, if possible, it is desirable to equip that base with a Barrier similar to the Holy Capital.”
Building roads, erecting utility poles, and drawing power lines. Although, the utility poles are actually laser turrets.
I didn’t intend it to be this way, but this is completely tower defense.