Soshyan's criticism of Amara's tactical arrangements made most of the officers present look shocked or uneasy. This was almost an open criticism of the regional governor's incompetence and lack of understanding of military affairs. Of course, it also included senior officers like them.
, but who dares to talk back?
Not to mention that what Soshyan said is indeed reasonable, no normal person would be able to refute where the other person is going.
After revising the deployment of the army, Soshyan adjusted the deployment of the fleet.
"Small and medium-sized ships that need repair and maintenance, as well as some high-speed cruisers are deployed on Amara III, and other ships are withdrawn to Amara Prime for deployment."
This deployment immediately aroused opposition and confusion.
"Lord Soshyan, I don't quite understand."
Admiral Georg Carew spoke first.
"Why is it arranged like this?"
"Because Amara III is too far away from Amara Prime. Once the enemy attacks Amara Prime, Admiral Georg Karu, how long do you think it will take for the fleet to return to support?"
"About... about 12 hours."
"12 hours is enough for the Necrons to turn Amara Prime into ruins. And Admiral, you are too optimistic. As for the situation of the Orps fleet, the age and combat readiness of each ship vary greatly.
The speed of ships also differs greatly.
Big, if you want to maintain the battle formation, you must take into account the slowest battleships. So in my opinion, your fleet cannot reach Amara Prime in less than 16 hours. This is enough time for them to tear the planet into pieces more than three times.
Already."
"this...."
Soshyan's rhetorical question made the admiral look embarrassed, and he then answered in an uncertain tone:
"Are Necron ships... really that fast?"
"I can answer you very clearly, very quickly, faster than you can imagine."
"But if you arrange it this way, wouldn't it cause the fleet to be dispersed and defeated individually?"
"I agree with Lord Soshyan's deployment."
A voice suddenly sounded, and the admiral turned around and saw that it was Lieutenant General Bowen Carr, a senior officer of the Orps Fleet and the captain of the Retribution-class battleship Grace Symbol—a ship that had been around since the beginning of the Great Expedition era.
An ancient battleship in imperial service that joined the Orpheus fleet during Marduk's Crusade.
Then the lieutenant general came to the star map with steady steps, pointed to the area between the two stars and said:
"This is an extremely delicate arrangement. If the enemy attacks Amara III, it means that their attack will lose its suddenness, and the ships deployed here are all small and medium-sized ships, and the speed of the physical space is relatively fast. Even if
Unable to fight against the aliens, they can also use their speed to quickly retreat to Amara Prime. The shortcoming of the Necron fleet should be that there are few ships. No matter how lethal their weapons are, they cannot destroy so many small ships in a short period of time.
, even where Amara III resides
The fleet can use its numerical advantage to lure the opponent to pursue in a loose formation, while the main fleet intercepts the area between the two stars. If the enemy attacks the main star of Amara, then relying on the main star's powerful orbital defense force, the main fleet formation can easily defeat it.
Invading enemies, and Amara's fleet can even choose to attack the enemy from behind. Since they are not encumbered by large ships, their speed will be much faster, and they can reach Amara's main star in about 6 hours at full speed."
Soshyan nodded, finally someone could understand his deployment intention.
Admiral Georg Carew seemed a little embarrassed at this time, but he still said reluctantly:
"It's because I have limited talent and knowledge, and I didn't see your tactical intentions clearly."
Soshyan didn't say much, and immediately decided on the plan. After that, he spent a few days chatting with the heads of all parties. After confirming that there were no problems, he announced that he would "close up and think" about how to defeat
The alien received guidance from the Emperor. No one could disturb him except Talos, and major affairs and decisions were conveyed by Talos for about 13 days.
Of course, this is just a cover for the outside world, the real reason is that Soshyan wants to go to the Skinning Temple.
It would be too difficult to really deal with the situation on Orpheus's side by relying solely on human strength, so he was prepared to take a shortcut.
When Soshyan returned to the Skinning Temple that he didn't like, he found that it was too quiet than usual. When he stepped on the steps full of wreckage and minced meat, there should have been many crawling Skinners around him.
, but now there is no one.
Realizing that something might have changed, Soshyan secretly increased his vigilance, but his steps did not slow down until he reached the huge skeleton-shaped arch of the Skinned Temple.
There was also no Skinner in the main hall, but in front of his throne stood a sneaky figure, covered with rags, seeming to be reaching out to take away the Skinned Grail on the throne, but every time he touched it,
But it always gets bounced away.
"Ha, it seems there is a burglar in the house."
With a chuckle, Soshiyang stretched out his hand, and in an instant, the Skinning Holy Grail flew into his hand automatically, and he became the Skinning Master wearing blood armor.
As if he was startled by Soshiyang's appearance, the sneaky figure's shoulders shook in a humane manner, then turned around dully, hunched over, and scratched the ground with his long clawed hands, as if
To go away.
"Now that we're here, why bother leaving in a hurry."
Soshiyang said slowly, then walked step by step to the throne and sat down.
"We finally meet."
Soshyan stared at the frozen figure and spit out the name he guessed.
"The Endless, Trazyn."
Hearing Soshyan pronounce the name, the man with dry skin chuckled, then straightened up, but did not turn around.
"So are you the person I know you are?"
Although he is Necrontyr, his voice is full of personal emotions, including banter.
"I am Soshyan Alexey, but I don't know if you know it."
"It's not this name, nor this identity, but..."
As he spoke, he turned around suddenly, the leather wrapped around his body slipped off, and the sharp claws on his fingers crashed to the ground, revealing his original appearance, a tall dynasty overlord.
"Phoenix King, Arta Xerxes."
Soshiyang's eyes narrowed and he responded in an indifferent tone:
"This joke is not funny, it might kill you, but it's obvious that you know a lot... Although your kleptomania is widely spread even among Ada, I don't think you are here to steal anything.
, related to the Menak Dynasty of Orpheus? Or...the Silent King?"
"Ha, you overestimate me. I can't play such a grand and complicated game."
"oh?"
"I just came to see my old friend. Since nothing happens, I can feel at ease."
With that said, Trazin seemed to be about to leave, but a red mist immediately emerged from under his feet and turned into a cage of flesh and blood.