StarCraft: Tyranid Empire

On a sunny morning, the sky was cloudless, forming a huge blue dome, and lush rainforest surrounded a strait with steep cliffs on both sides. White waves hit the sea cliff, and seabirds that look like butterflies sway upward in the wind. The sea is vast and the sky is high, and fish are leaping and birds are flying.

This is the southernmost point where the provinces of Antioch and Coshaca meet, separated by a wide strait. The strait leads directly to the El Antarctic Ocean with icy ocean currents, where extremely prosperous marine animal communities and mysterious super beasts live.

The Arbiter's Court is the oldest and most majestic building in the area. It resembles a towering conical spire, but the golden tower body is hollow. The staggered staircases, light bridges, transmission platforms and curved crystal glass reflect the sun. Brilliant golden light.

In the golden age of the Protoss Empire, this was the place where the arbitrators of the Supreme Council met and discussed governance. The crystal matrix network inside the Arbiter's Court exudes surging matrix energy and can serve as a warp beacon anchoring the space-time force field, guiding the return direction for the protoss fleets and arbiters who are lost in the vast universe.

It is said that the legendary Templar hero Arden once sat here with the Arbiters of the Conclave, arguing over the glorious vision of the Protoss Empire. The Arbiter's Court was once loose and comfortable, and even Kalai was allowed to talk about what glory and the splendor of the empire were here. However, after the days of Adon, strict prohibitions made the Arbiter's Court a place to try heretics. The place and center where arbitrators exercise their power and determine laws.

"The protoss hope to use negotiation and compromise to exchange for peace. Whose idea is this? Didn't the Supreme Council still want to deal with Tassadar first when the Zerg army pressed on?" Jim Raynor stepped into the broad space in front of the Arbiter's Court. Obsidian steps, head held high, looking up at the top of this giant spire.

On the top of the towering spire, many beautiful and shining Kedarin crystals are inlaid on the golden tower. Silver and blue metal squares form exquisite words and mystery along the shining tower. The patterns, these symbols not only come from the Xel'Naga, but also commemorate the creators who have given enlightenment to the protoss.

Every piece of Kedarin has been polished to be as smooth and moist as a calm lake. These beautiful things that are truly close to eternity exude star-like light, and white energy cyclones surround the entire Arbiter Court's breathtaking matrix network. above, like pale mist.

A huge solar energy fragment, larger than a battleship, is embedded at the top of the Arbiter's Court. The fragment, which emits bright golden light and hot unstable energy, shines as brightly as the sun in the middle of the day and cannot be looked directly at.

In the bright white matrix light, those pavilions and suspended lifting platforms easily broke away from the constraints of gravity, and stopped in the howling wind at high altitudes according to the laws of physics and the operation methods that humans cannot understand. Even though the building is as old as the Protoss Empire, it is still new.

The very existence of the Arbiter's Court is a miracle, and miracles like this can be found everywhere in Aiur.

"This is a signal of peace. The protoss has lost more than 60% of its population in this war. Even the Supreme Council Arbitrator who stubbornly follows the tradition is unwilling to lose too many tribesmen due to the civil war." Gustus was right behind Raynor, and behind him were Corporal Faraday and Kerrigan.

Augustus was still wearing his thick square-collared black coat and breathable and comfortable trousers that the Mengsk family always wore as usual. There were golden wheat ears and wolf emblems on the shoulder straps. The Mengsk family's personal guards also wear clothing of this style. The wolf symbolizes the family's tenacity, perseverance, leadership potential, or cunning, coldness and determination.

"Both the Conclave and Tassadar hope to resolve the dispute in a peaceful manner and avoid the tragedy of fratricide."

"The dark templar Zeratul talked about is still running rampant in Aiur. They are looking for every opportunity to assassinate the templar. This has also made the conflict between the two parties increasingly irreconcilable." Augustus said .

"The Supreme Council hopes to expel the Dark Templar and allow them to return to their homeland, so that there will be no more fights and vendettas between the protoss. Although this act is tantamount to killing a donkey, it is not the case at the moment. The best way. The Dark Templar did not intend to stay in Aiur for a long time, so the conflict will be easily resolved."

"But, will this matter really be solved as we imagined?" Renault climbed the steps while looking around at the cold metal handrails and the Kedarin crystal array that exuded matrix light.

“We all know that when we expect something to go in the expected direction, God damn it will always push it in the opposite direction.”

These silver handrails are like winding vines and snakes, and the leaves carved from organic metal are like curved tendrils. The sound produced by the harmonic resonance of the crystal is as beautiful as music and the sound of flowing water on clear spring stones. The air is filled with the fragrance of flowers. The fragrance is as intoxicating as fine wine. The prowess of the stars in art is unparalleled in the world.

"I dare say that someone must be secretly directing all this and playing tricks on us." Augustus quickened his pace, passed Renault and stopped in front of the broad and majestic golden door of the Arbitrator's Court, looking at the two guards. Supreme Council Guard at the gate.

Both protoss warriors wore golden armor, with exquisitely crafted shoulder armor and helmets inlaid with blue Kedarin crystals. The thick red robes behind them fluttered with the rising matrix light. They held huge long-handled energy battle axes and shields in their hands, and their blue eyes seemed to be condensed with flames.

"What kind of person can play with the protoss, use conspiracies to promote huge wars, and use the lives of hundreds of millions of people as bargaining chips to achieve their evil purposes." Kerrigan shook her head: "This sounds really scary. "

"Did those hybrid monsters in Luria give you any bad associations?"

"Obviously, someone is using the genes of the protoss and zerg to plan a plan to subvert the world. Zeratul has already received inspiration from the few words of the Xel'Naga prophecy. With the emergence of new people on Aiur, The void rift and the psychic storm cyclone above it are becoming more and more stable, and the Dark Templar's connection with the void is getting closer and closer." Augustus looked at the protoss guards at the door.

"A human." One of the protoss warriors looked at Augustus, staring directly at him as if his eyes were burning with fire: "This is not the place you should come, so stop here."

"I am Augustus Mengsk, the leader of the Human Revolutionary Army. Let your commander speak to me." Augustus put his hands behind his back and did not flinch from the cold attitude of this protoss warrior. .

"I am here at the invitation of Executor Tassadar and Arbiter Aldaris, and I believe that I should be treated justly by you. While my warriors are still bleeding and dying to save the fallen protoss, you are Are you still here guarding the last arrogance of the arbiters? What stands before you is not a lowly and unintelligent reed, but a thinking human being."

"You are right." After a few seconds, another council guard apologized to Augustus and said, "Augustus Mengsk, you deserve this courtesy."

The golden door slowly opened under the pull of the matrix, and the softly shining Arbiter Court Hall finally appeared in Augustus' eyes.

Augustus was surprised to find that the interior of this building was originally hollow, with no closed floors. Hundreds of interconnected light bridges and corridors connected the floating platform, and countless crystals reflected the sun's rays. The mirror reflected the entire inside of the minaret like a golden world.

Protoss arbitrators, high-ranking templars, and protoss protectors in charge of history and knowledge in red, white, or purple robes walked in these huge corridors and light bridges. Every crystal or floor was paved with The old stone slabs and the metal dimensions of the dome all follow a certain perfect proportion.

As soon as he entered it, Augustus met the Grand Archon Taldarin and his friend Executor Moyo who were walking down from a teleportation platform. Next to them is this tall protoss wearing orange robes and pure gold armor. The canvas-shaped logo on his body represents that he comes from the Origa tribe. They have always been the leaders of the protoss empire's fleet.

"This is Executor Moyo, his fleet passed through the edge of the Koprulu sector." Taldarin and Augustus were old acquaintances, and his golden dragon knight was even bigger than Phoenix's.

Taldarin used his spider-like slender mechanical limbs to point at Moyo, who was wearing executive robes, and then introduced the tall protoss leader to Augustus.

"He is the leader of the fleet, Urlan, the Son of the Stars, one of the commanders of the Grand Fleet."

"Humans." When facing humans, Yurlan was obviously much colder than his gentle and kind colleagues, but he still gave Augustus and respect. The generals under Tassadar have all heard of Augustus' deeds more or less. Maybe humans are not worth mentioning at all, but their leader deserves the respect of the protoss.

"Human Augustus." Urland was still unfamiliar when he mentioned this name. He looked into Augustus's heart, as if he wanted to find a despicable intention that was detrimental to the protoss. But all signs point to his failure.

Augustus Mengsk was impeccable, possessing qualities that belied his selfish desires common to all humans. If Augustus had other unknown ideas, it only meant that he was thoughtful enough to confuse the prying eyes of a powerful telepath.

"I am Juerlan of the Olga tribe, Augustus Mengsk. You are a hero and hero among humans. I hope that in the years to come, you can still stick to your heart." Juerlan said to the Protoss Empire The etiquette of the fleet made a gesture of salute to Augustus.

"Your tough heart is almost indestructible, but even the most shining gems will cast a shadow when darkness comes. You are here to gain the respect of the protoss, and that respect makes us regard the aliens as mentors and friends from afar. Don't betray our trust."

"I swear never to abandon the ideals of my fathers, and now I swear never to abandon the stars. Let all the time come to witness this." Augustus replied.

"Augustus always keeps his word." Renault smiled: "You can trust him."

"Forgive Juerlan for his recklessness and impoliteness, he just acted too impulsively." Taldarin said to Augustus: "Al's tragedy made Juerlan furious, and it also made him become more and more angry. Suspicious and grumpy. In fact, Juerland is kinder and more sincere than all of us."

"I know, we humans usually call this a knife-mouthed bean-curd heart." Renault nodded: "My mother is this kind of person - of course I am not saying that you are my mother."

"I can feel your respect for your mother. Humans and protoss are all races with rich emotions, and the eldest son of God only showed enough restraint." Yuerlan did not understand the humor in Renault's words, and the latter I figured out which protoss was not suitable for joking.

Only Phoenix and Zeratul can understand Raynor's humor. Perhaps it is precisely because of that that these two respected protoss warriors can easily understand human emotions and fight side by side with humans.

"I am Moyo, the executive officer of the Protoss Expeditionary Force." Moyo is a protoss with a long pointed chin. His gray-white skin and rough wrinkles on his face make him look closer to a snake or lizard. .

In fact, the words of Moyo, who looks scary, are easy-going and approachable. All respected protoss commanders have some outstanding qualities. Most of them are born leaders or generals, with a firm and unshakable will.

"Where is Tassadar?" Augustus asked the Taldarin.

"He is in the court." Taldarin led Augustus onto another teleportation platform.

The transmission platform in the Arbitrator's Court connected the entire magnificent building. After a burst of matrix rhythmic buzzing and a flash of white light, Augustus and others arrived at the court with a giant dome and gorgeous niches. .

A circular seat that surrounds the entire court is facing the bottom of the court. Among them are several dark templar warriors who are imprisoned by energy shackles and stasis fields. They must be those who are believed to have attacked the temple. Samurai murderer.

Sitting on the seats were eleven arbiters in gorgeous robes, opposite them were the Templar class represented by Tassadar, Artanis, and Phoenix. On one side are the former ruling class of the Protoss Empire, and on the other side are the military leaders and the most outstanding warriors.

Standing in the court were stern-clad Council guards, Tassadar and Templar warriors, and there was a solemn atmosphere in the entire hall. When Augustus, Tassadar, Renault and others walked directly towards Tassadar's seat, a protoss arbiter wearing a golden robe passed them by.

Augustus felt a sensation of shock when he saw this arbiter, because he had not noticed him at all before. He seemed to appear suddenly. His clothes were gorgeous but gave people an inconspicuous feeling. .

The arbiter wore a long hood, and the golden eyes hidden under it were like molten gold. The gaze was as vicious as a snake and as strange and unpredictable as the abyss.

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