The Protoss Empire Ark Ship Nessin's Memory is buried under a once magnificent Protoss city, on the continental shelf far away on the other side of Aiur.
Augustus pulled out his heavy alloy boots from the muddy ground where rotted leaves and muddy water accumulated and looked ahead of him. It was a large flat swamp with puddles, small ponds and rivers, and there were horizontal rivers everywhere.
The iron-black tree trunks and branches lying on the muddy ground looked like the rotten black bones of a giant beast.
The swamp stretches all the way to the north, with no end as far as the eye can see.
There is a rising red sun on the horizon. The horizon is rendered into a scarlet straight line. Thousands of red clouds illuminate an isolated city with tall buildings. The broken crystal shards reflect the brilliant red light.
It was like a castle in a fairy tale, with countless spiers hidden in the vermilion light. The fog and condensed water vapor made the scattered light dreamlike and psychedelic.
An engineer team consisting of cranes, hover trucks and small spaceships was whizzing past Augustus. Several Goliath armed robots with red flags stood on both sides, with anti-air missile launch bays rotating on them.
to lock on to hostile targets that may appear in the air.
A few miles ahead is a wide river, and the engineers of the engineering group are building a pontoon bridge on the river for four-wheel vehicles to pass. The muddy swamp is paved with many planks made of fallen trees to prevent vehicles and people from getting trapped.
in.
Not far in front of Augustus, there is an ancient Xel'Naga Observatory and two energy spiers built by the Protoss Empire to power the El Warp Network. They have all been damaged to varying degrees, and following
Several Kalai phase technicians working together with the Revolutionary Army Engineering Corps are trying to repair these spiers.
Once repaired, these spires would deploy a warp network capable of mobilizing protoss Templar forces from the other side of the planet.
Each spire towers into the sky, with sparkling blue crystals floating in the elegant conical metal frame. The crystal is pure and radiant, as beautiful as a gemstone, and its facets are almost perfect, as if they are composed of countless mirrors.
It is formed. The blue energy cyclone flows around the crystal like a rushing river. The huge energy is enough to change the weather, so that the sky above the spire is always surrounded by dark clouds.
"Before the invasion of the zerg, this place was still a flowery grassland and woodland, densely covered with pure rivers and trees that reached the sky. The breeze and water flow in the forest sang in harmony." Karax, the protoss Kalai phase technician, stretched out his broad
The soles of the feet measure the ground beneath them.
"The memory of Nessin is buried underground in Arado. In the Protoss language, Arado means perfection and the golden ratio. She is the city of perfection and the city of gold, and is a teardrop on the shore of El's mirror-like lake.
"He said.
"Now there are only drying lakes and bare hills left, and the empire's legacy has been buried."
The city of Arador that Karax spoke of was surrounded by a wide blue lake, an inlet that stretched out like two arms. The lake reflected the sky and a broken city, and the thin dark clouds in the sky were like mourning groups.
crow.
"It was the zerg invasion that destroyed this place, but after the death of the master, they have obviously retreated to the surroundings of his body." Augustus sighed: "We are like standing on the beach after the tsunami has receded, everywhere.
They are the ruins and corpses left behind after the destruction.”
"That's what they do, like a bad-tempered child breaking precious things, and all you can do is slap the child on the butt - but it can't be undone. Poets and opera writers call that tragedy
." Rory Swann, the chief engineer of the Revolutionary Army, stepped out of a truck with white steam emitting from the front hood, followed by many engineers wearing brown overalls and sun hats.
Swann's engineering team included many Madame Mainhos, most of whom were his cousins. The Madame Meinhos were short but stocky and were known as the mules of the mines. The rest of the members came from various planets, most of whom were first timers.
Leave home and go to other planets.
No matter how different the appearances of these people are, their skin has been tanned by Al's hot sun. Due to their busy work, whether they are constructing new bases or repairing damaged weapons and equipment, engineers of the Revolutionary Army
He didn't even have time to repair his appearance. He was either unshaven or gray-faced, but his eyes were still bright and bright.
"Swan, you're here." Augustus noticed that Swan's beard had grown a lot compared to the last time they met, and his voice became thicker and thicker.
"As usual, the hero appears." Swann replied with a smile.
"I heard that you wanted an engineering team to dig an ark, so we came right away. This is a technical job. Anyway, I hope the crane we brought is enough to move her," he said:
"During the past few days of the war, we were so busy that we almost used chewing gum to glue the cracks in the power armor. Everyone worked hard because you gave them this opportunity."
"Our cranes can't handle these big guys." Jim Raynor pushed Swann's shoulder: "The Protoss' Ark is as big as a strait, and the steel she uses is enough for us to forge a hundred fleets. It is really a precious legacy.
.”
"Is this true? As soon as I heard that a grave was going to be dug, I rushed here without stopping." Tychus got out from behind the bed of a truck, and the huge power armor was covered with mosquito repellent and whiskey.
the taste of.
"The crafts of the protoss are a hot commodity among the dignitaries of Umoyan - the protoss are not interested in making dirty money, and I care very much about it."
"The world of Umoyan is generally wealthy and has a very high level of education. It is a paradise for art and literature. And I, I have always been a loyal supporter of science and art."
"You speculator, we are engaged in revolution, not tomb robbers who steal and sell cultural relics." Augustus scolded Tychus face to face.
"I understand. I'll take the blame and we'll share the money together." Tychus smiled.
"Marshal Augustus, one of my reconnaissance battalions has approached the ruins of Arado's city. No signs of zerg or protoss activity have been found for the time being." At this time, Pule came from Augustus's communication channel.
Colonel Er's voice.
"The roads in this area are soft and muddy, and there are rivers all over, which are not conducive to the entry of heavy machinery. We can only use Sidewinder suspended tanks and other weapons for fire support." Colonel Pryor said.
"The scouts discovered a large number of damaged Protoss Matrix crystals. It seems that this can explain why the Protoss cannot get in touch with this area or jump in reinforcements."
"The Protoss has landed on the opposite side of us. Once they repair the jump matrix, reinforcements will come in a steady stream." Augustus said to Colonel Prior: "And your task is to try to figure out why this is happening.
The Ark did not launch as expected by the Supreme Council."
"Proceed with caution, Colonel. Tassadar, the executive officer of the Protoss, and I believe that the Ark Ship Nesin's Memory is not simply unable to be launched due to unexpected circumstances."
After giving the order, Augustus walked towards the two matrix network spiers in the distance. The closer he got to the spiers, the stronger the violent wind caused by the surge of energy.
"Karax, how long will it take to repair these two spiers?" Augustus asked the phase technician next to him. The latter was a conscientious protoss engineer who got along well with Augustus.
At this moment, Augustus was still quite anxious. With the outbreak of the Protoss Civil War, the situation on Aiur became more and more dangerous.
Taking advantage of the few days when the protoss were killing each other, the swarm led by the Jormungandr and Berog tribes launched an attack on the provinces of Antioch and Koshaka. Tens of billions of angry zerg
Regrouped under the command of the cerebrate Ark, this cerebrate full of hatred for the protoss has become the ruler of the El worm swarm.
After the Conclave's fleet left, a quarter of the Aiur Protoss survivors followed the Arbitrator on the Ark of Altaris' Pride. Tassadar's Templar forces had to face the swarm alone.
, even with the help of the Dark Templar and the Human Revolutionary Army, it appears to be weak.
With the powerful orbital fire support of the Spear of Adun, the protoss would not be destroyed by this civil war.
And just like that, after discussing with Augustus and Zeratul, Tassadar also decided to lead the protoss to retreat behind the Xel'Naga portal, temporarily avoid the zerg's edge, and wait for a period of recuperation before reorganizing the fleet.
Reclaim Ayr.
And if they can activate another Ark ship, Nessing's Memory, their strength will increase exponentially.
"It will take two solar cycles at the earliest." Karax replied to Augustus: "Generally speaking, we are used to jumping directly to a new one rather than repairing damaged buildings or machinery."
"But today is different from the past. Many areas of the El Matrix network have been severely damaged. Repairing them can save more time and materials. Through these matrix spiers, we can fold the useful materials found in Arado.
Jump to safety."
"I know this saying. I am used to living a life of abundant wealth and it is difficult to accept a life of poverty for a while." Renault snorted: "If you have seen our broken cars that have been repaired for three years, you will know that poor people are
How do you live your life?"
"Karax, you will soon like this life. What I like most is fixing those smoking bad boys and girls." Although we have been together for a long time, Swann's wonderful metaphor has never been able to be ignored by Kailax.
Lux understood that, for example, the former would call the anti-aircraft missile tower "Swirler Boy".
Compared to other uprising organizations, the Revolutionary Army is considered wealthy. They own planets, mining areas, and complete military production lines to save money on purchasing military supplies. They also have the Mengsk family’s mines and special operations on multiple planets.
Appropriations from Moyan Councils and Committees.
But Augustus has nearly millions of revolutionary army soldiers and government departments to support, and he also has to provide financial support to those who have become refugees due to the invasion of zerg, purchasing the most basic agricultural production equipment for them or distributing relief.
Materials. This not only brought reputation to the revolutionary military government, but also forced them to tighten their belts.
At this moment, a thunderous noise made Augustus quickly turn his attention to the city of Arado in the distance. In the center of the city, the shock wave generated by the explosion snapped off many towering towers like a whip.
The tower and the ground were shaking.
"What's going on?" Renault also looked over: "Have our people already gone in?"
"This is Pryor's Assault Division, we are in trouble." Pryor's image and voice appeared on the HUD display panel of Augustus' helmet.
"The reconnaissance troops were attacked by unknown psychic forces when they entered Arado. The footage returned showed that there were multiple Protoss troops with different positions fighting in the underground of the city."
"Turn around," Augustus said after a breath.
Augustus' helmet was playing footage recorded by a Revolutionary Army scout's tracking device. He had apparently passed through a hole suspected to be dug by the zerg to the giant underground grotto where the Ark Ship Nessin's Memory was buried.
, and has entered the launch bracket below it.
At the beginning, the underground grotto was very quiet, but as the scout troops got closer to the Ark ship, they began to be gradually troubled by a sudden mental scream that appeared in their minds, which obviously came from the protoss.
The roar of battle.
As they went deeper, the scouts felt uneasy, but their commander still decided to complete his mission. This loyalty finally made this brave and loyal force stay underground in the city of Arado forever.
The attack happened in an instant. It was a heavy blow to the soul. The helmets and even the power armor of all the revolutionary soldiers were shattered under the unimaginable pressure, as if they were crushed by the ocean and the weight of tens of millions of pounds.
Facing them, blood gushed out from the edges of his eyes, like bloody tears.
In the final scene, a blurry figure appears in the recorded image and is automatically calibrated until it becomes clear.
It was a star spirit wearing a golden robe, and the clothes on his body were almost exaggeratedly gorgeous. Although Augustus was unable to distinguish the obvious differences between the star spirits many times, he recognized them almost at a glance.
he.
It was the protoss arbiter Duran who had appeared at the peace conference. His molten gold eyes stood up like snakes and shone like the sun.
Duran.
The leader of the Supreme Council, Cotanur, claimed that there was no such person in the council, so how did he sneak into the suspicious Protoss Council that was connected to Kara's spiritual network.
Duran is a mystery. He appears near the Ark Ship Nexin's Memory at this moment. No one knows what his purpose is.
Considering that Duran himself is extremely cunning and usually uses conspiracies, promises and lies to play with people's hearts, when he appears, he will be accompanied by thugs who will kill for him. Orega's Dark Templar warriors are probably also working for him.
.
"Dulan must be trying to seize this ark, and that also aroused the resistance of the Templars inside the ark." Augustus ordered on the command channel: "The whole army attacks, even if it means destroying Nessing's ship."