Chapter 萌芽’s Super Soldier Plan

“Moe-ya’s Super Soldier project is a year ahead of schedule?”

Han Xiao raised an eyebrow.

The original intention of this project was to create individual combat power, increasing the physical fitness of the test subjects through exoskeleton armor. Purely with mechanical power, it would artificially create combat power comparable to superhumans in large quantities.

Because the technology was very crude and the process was very painful, the exoskeleton ports had to be connected to the nerves, and various mechanical components had to be implanted in the body to enhance physical strength. Only the Valkyrie test subjects, who had strengthened mental resilience, could withstand the modification. The end result would be the blunting of pain and dulling of perception. By the standards of the universe, this was a very immature implantation technology that had long been eliminated, but on Aquamarine, only Moe-ya, disregarding the damage to test subjects, had developed it.

Exoskeletons are not only wearable equipment but can also be implanted. The latter has better maneuverability because it is connected to the nerves. Moe-ya’s technology was immature, and only a rudimentary technology was developed through a large number of clinical trials.

The Six Nations each mastered one or several advanced knowledges. [Neural Interconnection] was advanced knowledge and was in the hands of Moe-ya.

The only advanced knowledge Han Xiao had learned was [Advanced Material Science]. Players who wanted to obtain advanced knowledge on Aquamarine had to join a faction and make a significant contribution. Han Xiao had a long-term vision. Advanced knowledge was very rare on Aquamarine, but in the universe, it could be easily bought for some Enas. If he could not obtain other advanced knowledge from Aquamarine, there would be plenty of opportunities in the future.

In the original plot, these super soldiers would indeed have miraculous effects. Now, the three super soldier test subjects in front of him were not complete. The complete versions were also equipped with a large number of thermal weapons. These three were only using exoskeletons to enhance their physique, and even their exoskeletons were incomplete.

“It seems that Moe-ya’s research project is not yet mature. Exoskeletons… speaking of which, when I escaped from the laboratory, I seemed to have lost a lightweight power arm, which seems to have been taken by Moe-ya for research.” Han Xiao’s eyes flashed. There was a reason for thinking this way. The arm armor of these three test subjects had the shadow of a lightweight power arm. It was very thick, and there was also an expandable metal round shield, which clanged as it blocked the turret’s fire.

The three test subjects separated from the convoy to disperse the turret’s firepower. The three successfully approached the turret. The fists wrapped in steel bones continuously bombarded, and the exoskeleton components rooted in the joints ejected thick smoke, increasing the output and quickly smashing the turret into a skewed, broken state.

After removing the remaining turrets, the three rushed straight towards Han Xiao, each step catapulting them seven or eight meters, with a fierce killing intent, coming on strong!

Han Xiao’s eyes were calm. He took out a tablet computer and quickly started another trump card.

The truck’s carriage vibrated, and two second-generation Ranger mechs drove out, blocking Han Xiao’s side. They directly used [Barrage Burst], with the large-caliber linked triple-barreled machine guns in both hands pouring out firepower, and small rockets launched from the chest, covering the three test subjects in attacks. The damage quickly filled the screen, but almost all of it was blocked by the exoskeleton, and only the durability dropped.

The attributes of these three people were also displayed.

[Based on your level, you can obtain the following information]

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Super Soldier Test Subject (042)

Total Level: 40

Class: [Agent] Lv10, [Low-Level Mechanical Implantation Body] Lv30 (Endurance to Life Conversion Ratio 1:10)

Attributes: Strength 51, Agility 54, Endurance 70 (80), Intelligence 25, Mystery 8, Charm 4, Luck 6

Energy: 0

Energy Level: 500

Tier: e

Health: 534/650

Status: Crude Modification - Health -150, Endurance -10

Expertise: Low-Level Mental Toughness - Willpower Resistance +3

Well-Trained - Health +100

Pain Ignorance - Injury does not affect combat effectiveness

Skills: Basic Combat Lv7, Basic Shooting Lv5, Grappling Lv3, Precision Shooting Lv1

Equipment:

[“Crane” Exoskeleton Arm (Left): Quality - White, Lightweight mechanical implant arm, carrying extendable metal shield, attack power 32~45, defense power 20~24, power energy level 45, durability 250, attribute bonus - Strength +8]

[“Crane” Exoskeleton Arm (Right): Same as above]

[“Predator” Power Leg (Left): Quality - Gray, Lightweight mechanical implant leg, increases running speed, attack power 27~31, defense power 15~18, power energy level 53, durability 230, attribute bonus - Agility +10]

[“Predator” Power Leg (Right): Same as above]

[p-2 Embedded Insert Armor: Quality - Gray, Thin metal inlaid in the skin, providing slight protection, defense power 15~20, durability 500]

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The attributes of the three test subjects were very weak for level forty. Such a high level with such weak attributes meant they had no potential. Their individual health was low, but the defense power and durability provided by the exoskeleton could greatly reduce damage. Han Xiao counted, and this set of exoskeleton equipment provided 1460 points of durability and nearly one hundred points of defense. They were very durable. If you only looked at their health, you would think they were squishy.

One round of barrage from the second-generation Rangers only took away one-fifth of their health.

Han Xiao discovered that the level of test subject 044 had actually reached forty-five, and its attributes were higher than the other two companions. It seemed to be the leader of the three.

On the other side, Moe-ya’s convoy rushed over via a detour. The firepower of the two Rangers could not take care of both sides. Han Xiao immediately made a decision.

“Go and get the briefcase with the red triangle mark in the cargo compartment. I have something for you to do!”

Kuáng Dāo Nù Jiàn immediately took action, holding a briefcase containing a powerful bomb. Han Xiao quickly wrote a mission and threw it over.

[【Willing to Sacrifice】: Carry your unfinished dreams and become a brilliant firework!]

Kuáng Dāo Nù Jiàn subconsciously swallowed.

“Go on, young man, I’m handing the stage over to you.”

Han Xiao said casually while sniping the three test subjects.

“I, I understand…” Kuáng Dāo Nù Jiàn gritted his teeth. The rewards for the mission were very generous and would definitely compensate for the death penalty.

The enhanced Red Falcon fired sniper bullets one after another, constantly leaving bullet holes in the three test subjects. Han Xiao’s sniping ability was already maxed out, and he could cause physical damage through the gaps in the exoskeleton, often avoiding the armor. His sniping happened to restrain these three people.

Soon, No. 042 was shot in a vital spot and died with his health at zero. The other two ignored their companion’s death and continued to charge.

On the other side, the remaining armed vehicles quickly approached. Han Xiao transferred the two Rangers over to exchange fire with the machine guns of the several vehicles. The back-and-forth orange-red dense trajectories seemed to become a rainbow connecting each other.

The durability of the Rangers declined rapidly. Seeing that they could not hold on, Han Xiao commanded the Rangers to rush into the convoy and launch a suicide attack. The opponent could not avoid it, and the dazzling fire engulfed several vehicles, causing a chain of explosions. Both sides perished together.

Losing two Rangers did not bother Han Xiao at all. The combat style of the Mechanic class was like this, burning money… well, but he was indeed very extravagant. If it were a player, they would be heartbroken, but Han Da Mechanic had money.

The firing rate of the sniper rifle was limited. Finally, the two test subjects approached within fifty meters.

Kuáng Dāo Nù Jiàn remembered the mission content, steeled his heart, jumped out, pounced on No. 043, was punched in the chest, spat out a large mouthful of blood, and gritted his teeth to activate the bomb in the briefcase.

“Boom—”

A miniature mushroom cloud rose, and the scorching air wave mixed with dust exploded. Han Xiao, who was covered in armor, was splashed with mud.

Through the smoke, the battered test subject 044 charged again. At the moment of the explosion, No. 043 was the first to bear the brunt and was blown to pieces. No. 044 decisively lay down and could still move at this time, his eyes filled with killing intent.

Only ten meters left. In one second, he would be able to imprint his steel fist on that damn sniper’s head!

However, at this time, [Will Burning] had cooled down!

Han Xiao suddenly dropped the Red Falcon, picked up the Ghost Gauss Sniper Rifle, activated [Overload], loaded [Will Burning], and fired.

The blue-light bullet disappeared from sight in an instant, leaving a penetrating hole in No. 044’s head. A line of blood left a narrow trail on the ground like an arrow.

No. 044 continued to run forward a few steps with his remaining momentum, his body swaying, and fell at Han Xiao’s feet. He was only one step away from touching Han Xiao, his frozen eyes with a trace of unwillingness.

Han Xiao had seen this scene many times. When fighting the Mechanic class, distance was the key to victory. Countless enemies had died on the road to charging.

“Unfortunately, even if you fought me in close combat, you would still be dead.”

Han Xiao shook his head. He still had a lot of trump cards that he hadn’t used. These immature test subjects were far from being his opponents.

[【Second Advancement】Progress 1/3]

This cross-level kill was the easiest one. Mass-produced assembly line soldiers were too easy to deal with for him.

“Two more to go.”

Han Xiao narrowed his eyes. He only needed two more cross-level victories to advance. He had a massive amount of experience stored on the panel, and he was looking forward to advancing.

Kuáng Dāo Nù Jiàn dedicated his virgin death and resurrected next to the truck ten seconds later, smiling from ear to ear as he looked at the mission rewards and kill experience.

This Moe-ya squad that intercepted him was annihilated. The frontal battlefield had reached a white-hot stage. Star-Long’s army and Moe-ya’s ground forces were engaged in a fierce battle, and the battle situation was deadlocked and chaotic. Han Xiao glanced at it and knew there was no chance to continue intervening.

After thinking for two seconds, he quickly made a decision. He called the silly Kuáng Dāo Nù Jiàn to get in the car.

The truck drove bumpily, bypassing the frontal battlefield, and heading towards the Teda Mila River.

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In the camp, Míng Yuè Cháng Zhōng had a completely dumbfounded expression and muttered, “I’m not mistaken, that’s Kuáng Dāo Nù Jiàn?!”

The battle on Han Xiao’s side was very conspicuous. They discovered the ID floating above Kuáng Dāo Nù Jiàn’s head and were immediately startled. Shǎn Guāng Chǎo Fàn looked blank, and even the aloof Jiāng Yǔ Luò had her small mouth slightly open, surprised.

Míng Yuè Cháng Zhōng still remembered when Kuáng Dāo Nù Jiàn refused his kindness during the closed beta and did not join the Star-Long army. How could he be on the battlefield at this time? And he even used a suicide attack to take down a high-level monster. They saw it clearly!

“If I’m not mistaken, the black-clothed man he’s following seems to be Black Phantom, who appeared in Da Jiao Mountain some time ago,” Jiāng Yǔ Luò suddenly said.

“Are you sure?” Míng Yuè Cháng Zhōng was stunned.

“I recorded the entire battle just now. I’ll check it out later,” Shǎn Guāng Chǎo Fàn said.

Míng Yuè Cháng Zhōng was a little frustrated. Kuáng Dāo Nù Jiàn started from the same starting line as the three of them, but now he seemed to be ahead of them, which made Míng Yuè Cháng Zhōng feel a trace of pressure, and at the same time, he was very curious.

No wonder he didn’t play with us during the closed beta. What good thing did Kuáng Dāo Nù Jiàn encounter? Why is he with Black Phantom?