Chapter 231: Triken System (Seeking 19th Day Follow-up Orders)

Just as Malena Skala was sailing toward the Catachan System, at the Wheel of Fire System, Planet Four, Stronghold One.

Just as Ninglu was about to storm the stronghold, a scene suddenly flashed through his mind, coming from "Monster" John.

An Orc taller than a common Orc by the height of a few Gretchin, his legs wrapped in hydraulic devices.

He stood on a strange Dakka Vehicle.

The vehicle body lacked weapons in the usual sense, but had a strange catapult rack connected to the hydraulic devices.

With a 'whoosh', accompanied by a piercing screech, he suddenly catapulted into the air, his feet kicking toward himself.

The vision then vanished, and Ninglu was lost in thought, interpreting the scene foreseen by the "Monster":

A Warboss who excels at or enjoys trampling enemies with his feet was launching a sneak attack on him.

Ninglu knew that Warbosses usually find a Mekboy Boy to get themselves weapons like Lightning Claws or massive armor.

But there are always those Orcs with unique ideas; as long as he feels it is 'Waaagh' enough, he will go his own way.

Amidst his thoughts, Ninglu charged into the camp of the greenskins, using his bolter mounted with a Power Fist to attack while vigilantly observing his surroundings.

The piercing sound of an engine entered his ears, and a massive figure soared into the air.

Warboss Taylor Leg-Breaker sprang from his Dakka Vehicle, kicking toward Ninglu.

Since he had spent the majority of his wealth having a Mekboy Boy custom-build this roaring Dakka Vehicle for him, he had kicked and broken the legs of rival tribe bosses hundreds and thousands of times.

The sound of bones breaking would always let him hear the appreciative roars of Gork and Mork.

The powerful catapult kinetic energy allowed Leg-Breaker to pounce in front of Ninglu within a single breath.

Leg-Breaker grinned, opening his wide mouth to reveal fangs as long as fingers.

Gork and Mork!

The phantom sound of bone-cracking had already echoed in his mind.

The phantom sound in Leg-Breaker's mind was shattered by cold reality.

He watched in astonishment as the black-armored Warrior swung his sword, blue-white light flickering with a dazzling radiance.

The crackling psychic energy shredded Leg-Breaker's legs and destroyed the hydraulic transmission devices wrapping them.

Leg-Breaker suddenly understood the feeling of those bosses who had lost their legs.

Leg-Breaker exerted force with his right arm, swinging a large Choppa at Ninglu.

Ninglu dodged the attack and plunged the Sword of Vaul into the Orc boss's brain.

After killing the final victor of the tribal brawl involving hundreds, the boys from different tribes immediately fell into chaos.

After Ninglu ended the ground battle, Arsena Dunn came to his side and spoke.

"My Lord, the Master of the Forge has received word that the Crown of Graia is expected to arrive in five stellar days."

Ninglu then returned to the Shadow of Sovereignty, leaving the cleanup work to the Fourth and Eleventh Chapters, as well as Hannibal and his Second Legion.

Hannibal and his Legion, like hungry tigers pouncing on prey, continued to launch attacks against the greenskins.

Ninglu confidently left more strongholds to the responsibility of the Second Legion.

He returned to the Shadow of Sovereignty to finalize the details of the upcoming negotiations with the Primarch Attendant and the Master of the Forge.

Subsequently, the Master of the Forge spoke to report.

"Father, the Ape Field Control Device has been successfully developed."

"I have researched the sacred construction template of the Fortress-class Energy Shield and have mastered the construction technology to cover the entire Hive City."

Ninglu nodded slightly and said to Rosicky Cech.

"After the negotiations with Graia conclude, you shall set off to deploy Portals in seven systems and construct Fortress-class Energy Shields in each Hive City."

"As you wish."

Subsequently, the silver-haired Arsena held a Data Slate and reported to the Primarch.

"My Lord, the shipyard on Teriken I has a construction capacity that has surpassed the Wosituoniya Chuanchang, capable of producing one Standardized Capital Ship per year."

"Trikon II, III, IV, and V, these four planets, have already established mining bases and foundries."

"They are capable of producing weapons and equipment ranging from laser guns to armored vehicles."

The Primarch Attendant examined the Data Slate in his hand and reported in detail:

"Teriken I has a total of fifteen large foundries; besides conventional casting, its most notable feature is the factories of the Tarawa Tribe."

"Tarawa has established ten large foundries on the main planet and built mining bases and twenty-three small foundries on the other four planets."

"They have brought numerous technologies from the 'Dark Age of Technology', and the artisans of Tarawa are willing to serve the Eleventh Legion with the craftsmanship they once used to forge equipment for the Custodes."

Ninglu nodded slightly.

"Very good, have them dispatch artisans to first manufacture the equipment needed by the Court Monks."

"Afterward, proceed sequentially according to the Legion hierarchy."

After the Primarch Attendant noted this down, he continued.

"On Teriken I, there are also a large number of dinosaurs raised by the Exodite Eldar."

"They can serve as meat for food, and can also be tamed as mounts."

Upon hearing this, Ninglu issued an order: "Establish ranches and raise the dinosaurs."

After Arsena noted this down, he continued.

"Trikon II has a total of eleven large foundries and twenty small foundries."

"Because the local area produces high-quality iron ore and limestone, it is suitable for manufacturing Plasteel."

"Therefore, the factories on Trikon II primarily consist of numerous refining plants, with a focus on casting power armor and Auxilia armor."

The Mark II Expedition-pattern Power Armor uses armor plates made of a mixture of ceramite and Plasteel.

Plasteel, a material developed during the 'Dark Age of Technology', is an advanced synthetic material that possesses both the characteristics of plastic and the tensile strength of steel alloys.

Plasteel is also the most widely used casting material in the current Human Empire.

"Teriken III has a total of ten large-scale forge factories and eighteen small-scale forge factories."

"A Psionic Cultivation Crystal mine of the Exodite Eldar has been discovered on Teriken III, and the Legion's Librarians and Techmarines are currently conducting research."

"Combined with the Eldar technology currently mastered by the Legion, it is expected that the performance of the Ranger-type Laser Rifle can be improved at the very least."

Ninglu nodded slightly, unable to help but feel a sense of anticipation.

The Psionic Crystal of the Crystal Illusion has certain differences from the Psionic Cultivation Crystal used by the Eldar, which makes the research and development of Eldar technology increasingly difficult.

Having encountered the Eldar twice, yet failing to capture any Bone Singers or Eldar who follow the Path of the Artisan or related paths, the Warriors' understanding of the weapons in their hands remains limited after all.

"Teriken IV has frequent volcanic activity and is the world with the fewest forge factories in the system, with only five large-scale forge factories and eleven small-scale forge factories."

"But precisely because of this, the factories built upon it can utilize thermal energy, significantly reducing the energy consumed during forging."

"Furthermore, spread across the surface of the Planet Teriken IV is a type of tuberous plant that grows near surface lava rivers and survives by relying on dissipated heat."

The Primarch Attendant said, operating the Data Slate to generate a holographic image.

"This plant is deeply rooted underground; pulling it out rashly will cause it to emit a piercing shriek."

"It has been named Mandrake Grass by the Apothecaries and possesses the miraculous effect of suppressing the mental erosion of the Warp, capable of alleviating the tinnitus and headaches of void-ship crew members."

"It produces a reproductive spore mist that permeates the ground."

Ninglu nodded slightly; in his memory, there was a plant with similar characteristics and effects on a certain world, which was named Mandrake Grass by the members who arrived on that world.

【Sure enough, the naming of organisms is not accidental.

It is all because they shriek that they are named Mandrake Grass.

If it is indeed the Mandrake Grass from my memory, which Navigator families once purchased in large quantities, then it also has an effect on psykers.】

After thinking for a moment, Ninglu realized this Mandrake Grass should also be able to be refined into Ritual Essential Oil, so he spoke up.

"Send a portion of the Mandrake Grass to the Librarians and the Apothecaries respectively, and have them conduct research."

After the Primarch Attendant recorded the Primarch's order, he continued his report.

"Teriken V currently has eight large-scale forge factories, twelve small-scale factories, and one large-scale factory and three small-scale factories under construction."

"We also discovered a black crystalline material locally that can be woven into gorgeous fabrics; when worn in twilight or Darkness, it emits a soft internal halo, almost capable of hypnotizing onlookers."

"The Eldar of Teriken V use this crystalline material to weave fabrics similar to silk, which possess a distinct exotic flair; preliminary assessments suggest its effect and beauty will be favored by nobles and socialites."

Ninglu nodded with a smile and spoke.

"The Wheel of Fire System is truly full of treasures; the modification technology of the Eldar is truly admirable."

Five stellar days later, the Crown of Graia arrived at the Wheel of Fire System.

(End of this chapter)