Chapter 328: The Initial Deployment of Magical Weaponry
“J-12 has reached effective firing range. Sensor synchronization rate maintained at over 95%. All main cannons, commence indirect targeting.”
“Autonomous (smart) warheads have been selected. The initial velocity of the warheads is projected to be 6,000 m/s.”
It seems that
The plan is to mix Redstone warheads among the conventional ones. If they aim too precisely, there’s a high chance the target will evade.
“J-12, commence bombardment.”
The six main cannons and sixteen secondary cannons of the Jotun fired simultaneously, releasing plumes of white smoke. The smart shells, precisely controlled, soared toward their target while subtly adjusting their trajectories.
“Continuous bombardment underway.
“J-12, activating fire control radar. Redstone warheads have been launched.”
The distance between the two parties was approximately 2 kilometers. Roughly 0.3 seconds after firing, the shells reached
“Impact!”
The metal casing surrounding the Redstone collided with the magical barrier deployed by
The heat generated by the Redstone eroded
“Damage confirmed.”
In the footage, red smoke erupted explosively. An ultra-supersonic armor-piercing shell had penetrated part of
What had previously only served as a deterrent from the land battleship’s bombardment now inflicted significant damage.
“Penetration confirmed. A remarkable achievement.”
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“Are you saying it was merely startled by the direct hit…?”
Injured,
The objective was to demonstrate power and drive them back, not to annihilate. If they were to eliminate this pair of Fenrir, it could potentially trigger a flood from the Demon Forest. It was deemed better to deal with a somewhat predictable foe like the Fenrir than to face an unforeseen, formidable enemy.
“We are currently measuring the extent of the damage. It appears the warhead penetrated near the center of its back. Burn marks can also be seen on the surrounding fur. Judging from the penetrating wound, it seems part of its spine has been damaged, but it has not reached the internal organs. It is believed that
Akane read aloud the analysis results.
Eve wore an indescribable expression at the nuanced outcome of the attack. Despite being within 2 kilometers and having aimed at such close range,
Could they truly capture this Fenrir species? While simulations had been repeated, the success rate still hovered below 50%.
“Confirmation that one Redstone warhead can neutralize the barrier enough for subsequent armor-piercing shells to penetrate. An exceedingly effective warhead.”
“Details are still under analysis, but it seems that around the point of impact of the Redstone warhead, a magical barrier with a diameter of approximately 1 to 2 meters is neutralized. It does not render the entire barrier ineffective.”
< Froze >, bleeding profusely, slowly retreated toward the forest. It seemed to understand that they possessed some form of lethal attack capability. Furthermore, it likely realized that as long as no reckless actions were taken, it would not escalate into a deadly confrontation.
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“J-12, deactivate fire control radar. Transitioning to passive mode.”
Upon confirming that
“Still as resilient as ever… Do you think there are more of the Fenrir species around?”
“Unknown, Ma’am. However, it is certain that they are reproducing. It would be prudent to assume that multiple individuals exist.”
Adult Fenrir like
Currently, only two adults and one youngling have been confirmed, but they are highly stealthy during normal times and cannot be detected by optical satellites.
In other words, it remains unclear how many of these Fenrir species inhabit the depths of the Demon Forest.
Moreover, this species possesses territories and actively maintains them. It has also been discovered that they will attempt to expand their territories whenever possible.
“If something triggers multiple Fenrir to enter a combat state simultaneously, there is a possibility that our defensive line could be breached. While we could ultimately repel them, it would likely result in significant damage.”
“I believe so as well. For now, it seems best to maintain a position of caution as our neighboring threat.”
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The transcendent intelligences affiliated with
“Well, that’s fine. We were starting to be underestimated, and now we have this incident, right? I think it serves as a good wedge.”
With the results of this encounter, Eve endorsed that strategy. Moving forward, at least in the territories adjacent to the Fenrir,
From the towering cliffs, rocks tumbled down with a rumble.
The sensors installed captured the scene in vivid detail.
To that end, several autonomous machines had been dispatched to continue covert observation.
And then,
However, monsters resembling this
The smaller ones measure around 80 cm, while the larger ones approach 3 meters, resembling turtles.
These creatures are called
In the North End City of the Afrasia United Kingdom, they are hunted on sight as important metal resources, making them quite unfortunate creatures.
Moreover, turtles are known for their longevity. Considering the characteristics of monsters, it is assumed that the longer their lifespan, the larger they grow.
On the outskirts of the Demon Forest, they are likely hunted by human hunters, and thus, larger specimens have not been confirmed.
However, it is believed that larger individuals survive deeper within the forest.
The shells of
It is theorized by Asahi that such monsters have survived for many years, eventually evolving into the colossal creature known as
Until now,
The last time its movement was confirmed was during a conflict between
What could be the reason for its movement this time?
Receiving this information,
This is a tale of punishment for those who misbehave! And at the end, there seems to be some unsettling information… How frightening!