From cannon fodder to sweeping across thousands of stars

Chapter 648 13° and 130°

The dust cloud of the Pillar of All Life is 150,000 kilometers away from the assembly center of the proton annihilation bomb.

In this silent and deep starry sky that is forgotten by most ordinary people and is like a cosmic graveyard, the half-finished satellite artillery array of the Requiem is like a lonely metal island, or a metal morning glory blooming in the universe. The cold and hard shell emits a cold light under the illumination of the Eye of Serpens.

From a structural point of view, the core of the Requiem, the largest nuclear reactor array in human history, is like the stamens and pistils hidden in the morning glory, and is located at the deepest part of the entire satellite artillery array.

As the heart of the entire Requiem satellite artillery, the nuclear reactor array is wrapped in layers of thick lead-bismuth alloy protective layers, which can not only effectively prevent the leakage of nuclear radiation, but also provide a stable environment for the complex and dangerous nuclear reactions inside.

Inside the reactor, which is invisible to others, the ultra-high temperature plasma surges violently under the constraint of a strong magnetic field. Each tumbling means the generation of massive energy.

A large number of energy neutralization facilities are running continuously at high speed, fully neutralizing the ubiquitous neutron interference in the surrounding space, ensuring that the fission reaction is carried out continuously and stably, and providing a massive energy supply for the entire satellite gun during the irradiation period.

Along the energy transmission path, the nuclear energy converter is like a sophisticated energy processing plant. It uses the most advanced energy conversion matrix technology currently in the Federation, and can tame the violent energy generated by nuclear explosions into highly focused gamma-ray laser beams with near-perfect efficiency.

The massive crystalline energy conversion units inside are arranged in an orderly manner, and the energy flow is precisely controlled according to complex algorithms to ensure that the output laser beam has extremely high stability and destructive power.

As for the ‘first reflector’, which is like the petals of morning glory and combines nano-level light control technology with force field stabilization technology, it is composed of billions of microscopic light reflection units. Each unit can independently sense and adjust the angle and intensity of the incident light to ensure that the energy loss of the gamma-ray laser during the reflection process is minimized. The reflector frame is surrounded by a circle of energy stabilization force field generators, which always maintain the stability of the frame structure, so that it can withstand the vibration of the entire satellite gun array during operation and ensure the accuracy of the reflection path.

The ‘second reflector’ that works with it is slightly smaller in scale, but its technical path is largely derived from the by-product of the proton annihilation bomb assembly center. Its surface is coated with a layer of antimatter energy coating, which can produce a wonderful interaction with the gamma-ray laser, further compressing and focusing the beam, and making the energy density of the laser increase exponentially

Due to the unique shape of ‘Requiem’, Amber and other players also gave it nicknames such as ‘Morning Glory’ or ‘Cosmic Demon Flower’.

At this moment, in the main control room of this ‘Cosmic Demon Flower’, the atmosphere was almost suffocating.

After the first round of shooting, according to the report from the damage observation team, the effect of this round of attack was not ideal. Although the target fleet was hit, the opponent's fleet's dispersal speed still made this round of attack fail.

Requiem's ​​commander, Major General Vladimir, stood in front of the tactical display screen like a statue, with veins protruding on his forehead, winding like ancient tree roots. Although the environmental control system in the main control room has always kept the temperature here at a comfortable level, beads of sweat still rolled down his cheeks intermittently, soaking the collar of his navy uniform.

His eyes were like two cold stars, staring closely at the aggressive posture of the Atlas fleet on the screen - since avoiding the first round of attacks, this fleet has been like a mad school of fish, doing evasive maneuvers while rushing towards the position of Requiem.

The outer warning unit also detected that the other side had released a large number of HCPs and Atlas Group's iconic heavy armored combat boats. The attack cluster composed of these small units was also approaching rapidly from another direction and was currently within the attack range of the air defense weapon group of "Requiem". But apart from these fixed air defense weapons, the entire satellite gun array could no longer provide more defensive power.

The only more than a dozen HCP squadrons were now guarding near the main body of "Requiem". The commander did not dare to send them out at all, because he knew that with such a small number of HCPs, sending them out would definitely be a waste of effort.

At the same time, the important task entrusted by Marshal Trafalgar also surfaced in Major General Vladimir's mind.

He knew very well that this experimental satellite gun, which was originally in a semi-finished state, could be forcibly built to a level that could barely support the launch in such a short period of time, precisely because Marshal Trafalgar needed "Requiem" to have an unexpected effect in battle.

So in theory, if the first round of attacks did not achieve significant results, he should immediately organize the second round of attacks of "Requiem" according to the response plan formulated before the war.

However, Major General Vladimir was indecisive and torn at this moment.

Because issuing this second shooting order was actually hanging the fate of himself and tens of thousands of federal soldiers in "Requiem" by a thread.

After all, this was an extremely complex large-scale facility that had not been completely completed and had not completed all tests. Even for the federal army itself, it was an extremely dangerous weapon. If they were not careful, everyone would be wiped out in this vast universe.

Major General Vladimir is well aware of the current state of the Requiem - half-finished means countless unknown risks. It may cause a series of explosions inside due to energy overload in the next second, and affect a large number of engineering ships docked nearby, or the precise reflectors cannot withstand the powerful energy impact that is stimulated again in a short period of time, and break into countless deadly fragments, tearing everything nearby like a high-speed bullet.

"Report! An urgent message came from the First Fleet! The squadron of the Atlas Fleet has begun to attack the location of the Requiem after completely destroying our logistics squadron!"

"Tsk, attack in three directions?"

Major General Vladimir frowned. The original two attack directions made him a little difficult to deal with. Now there is a third attack, and it is an enemy of the size of a squadron.

Although they are all small boats such as light cruisers and destroyers, if it is a complete Requiem with all defense systems online, it will not be taken a second look.

But obviously there is no such "if" now. This squadron, which would not be looked at twice under normal circumstances, has now become a fatal threat.

It was the appearance of this fleet that helped Major General Vladimir make the final choice.

"'Requiem' prepare for the second irradiation!"

The major general's low, hoarse but penetrating voice, like a sharp military order, instantly broke the silence and echoed in the command room. There was no doubt that behind this voice was the courage to fight for victory, even if the price of failure was to be crushed to pieces.

When the other people in the main control room of 'Requiem' heard the order, their faces were instantly covered with a thick haze. They knew in their hearts that a short-term double-shot in this half-finished state was undoubtedly a crazy test on the edge of the cliff. Satellite guns may have various unpredictable problems at any time. Once the entire precision system is paralyzed, it is definitely not something that can be handled in a short time.

But the military order was as firm as a mountain, and there was a circle of expressionless military police holding electric shock guns standing around the main control room, watching everyone. Everyone could only take a deep breath, forcefully suppress the fear surging in their hearts, and speed up the preparations for the second round of irradiation.

"The third cooling is over! There is no abnormality in the exhaust passage of cooling helium!"

"The speed of the flywheel group 1-18 is increased, and the flywheel group 19-36 is on standby!"

"The auxiliary voltage is normal! The measured value is within the standard range! Pay attention to maintain it between 0+2 and -05!"

"The 'first reflector' has been re-fixed, and the mirror surface has been checked. The bad points are below the acceptable value, and no replacement is required!"

"Prepare for the first energy circuit contact. Normal, the energy circuit is working stably!"

"Circuits 1 to 1405 are all turned on, and the high-frequency link is being tested. The circuit synchronization rate is 95.6%!"

A staff member in the main control room looked back at Major General Vladimir and said:

"Major General, the circuit synchronization rate is just at the edge of the red line. Do you still want to continue the attack?"

"Are the other values ​​normal?" Major General Vladimir asked.

"The other values ​​are all normal, there is no sign of loss of control"

"Then continue!" Major General Vladimir waved his hand and looked at the 'attack group' on the other side of the main control room, "Has the trajectory prediction of the target fleet been completed?!"

After hearing Vladimir's words, a member of the attack group hesitated for a moment and then replied: "Report to the major general, the trajectory prediction has been completed, but the target fleet is now likely to disperse again like just now, after all, they now know that we are aiming at them"

"Adjust the angle of the 'second reflector', and increase the diffusion axis of the second round of irradiation to 13 degrees, so that they don't have time to escape our attack range!"

Major General Vladimir, who was desperate, had a ferocious tone. Judging from the damage observation of the first round just now, although only part of the fleet was hit, it is certain that the power of 'Requiem' is undoubtedly devastating to conventional warships.

Even the super flagship of the Atlas Group could not directly withstand the direct irradiation of 'Requiem'.

In this case, Requiem can completely expand the irradiation range by adjusting the reflector, which is like replacing a laser pen with a flashlight. The huge attack range can also make the Atlas fleet's evasion difficulty increase exponentially.

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"Wait, are the peripheral heavy detection probes attacked at the same time?"

Another puzzled voice sounded from the other side of the main control room. As soon as Major General Vladimir glanced over, he heard the officer say in horror:

"No. This is using heavy detection probes to infect us with electronic warfare viruses! Fuck, how did this TM do it?!"

Hearing the words of the officer, Major General Vladimir immediately had a bad premonition, and he hurriedly opened his command: "All peripheral probes are urgently disconnected, and the system firewall is upgraded to the highest protection level! The main control personality allocates computing power for detection and killing!"

Then, he looked at other staff and officers.

"Quick! Start irradiation! What are you guys doing? Why aren't you ready yet?"

"Report to the general, the cooling operation of 'Requiem' has not been completely completed, and the power of the core reactor is still a little short"

"Just start irradiating and that's it! If we don't attack, we may not have a chance to attack! Even if the opponent's electronic warfare virus attack does not work, when their three-way attack closes in and cuts into the blind spot of 'Quiet', we will be too late. Go adjust the angle!”

Vladimir floated directly to the officer responsible for executing the attack. If it were not for the fact that he was not allowed to carry sidearms when entering the main control room, the major general stationed in the "Quiet" would have wanted to take out his own gun and push it into the opponent's head. superior.

"As the commander of Requiem, I order you to start irradiating!"

"yes!"

Under such pressure, the officer could not hesitate any longer. He quickly operated on the workbench, skipping a lot of inspection procedures and cumbersome confirmation processes with the highest authority provided by Vladimir. And adjusted the scattering angle of 'Quiet' to 13 degrees. Finally, after inputting the main control personality's previous prediction of the trajectory of the Atlas fleet, he directly pressed the button representing 'Start Irradiation'.

Vladimir's breathing became rapid and heavy, and his heart felt as if it was about to burst through his chest. Various battle situations kept popping up in his mind. These clips flashed back quickly like a revolving lantern, causing him to hold the back of the officer's chair in front of him with all his strength.

Finally, after a wave of energy that was like the collapse of the universe, 'Quiet' once again erupted with light of destruction, and the gamma ray laser roared towards the enemy fleet like the raging flames of the Doomsday Judgment.

Vladimir just quietly stared at this turbulent and majestic beam of light through the lowered brightness of the screen. Only in the main control room of 'Quiet' can he feel the shock of this tactical weapon at close range. .

This beam of light seems to carry the fate of everyone on the "Quiet". Either they will be reborn in Nirvana in a desperate situation, or they will be wiped out in the flames of war and become dead souls in this universe.

And at the last moment when the second round of irradiation ended, Major General Vladimir suddenly discovered a problem - this beam seemed to be thicker than he thought?

"Report! The second round of irradiation is over. It covers more than 90% of the warships in the target fleet. Eh? How was this done?"

Immediately afterwards, another horrified voice also sounded in the main control room that fell into silence.

"The damage observation team reported that the number of target fleet warships remains unchanged?!"

"What the fuck is going on?"

The ominous premonition in Major General Vladimir's heart became stronger and stronger. He pushed away the officer responsible for the attack settings and personally checked all the attack parameters.

Then, in the most conspicuous position, I saw the scattering axis of the second round of 'Quiem'.

The number above is not 13°, but an extra 0.

“What the hell is 130°???”