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In the tense atmosphere of the control room, Edric shifted the topic, focusing on the combat readiness of the "Archangel" mech. He asked Ariel with concern, "How much has the outer shell armor been repaired? What about the weapon connections?" Edric's questions revealed his emphasis on the mech's status and his serious attitude towards the upcoming battle.
Ariel's response was accompanied by a flow of electronic sounds, seemingly busy with final checks: "The outer shell armor has self-repaired to sixty-seven percent, weapon connections are being queried... the Reaper Chainsaw Sword is online, rapid-fire cannon charging at sixty percent, muzzle issue resolved, undergoing realignment and recalibration. Thermal fusion gun is online, requiring recalibration." These details not only show the gradual restoration of combat capability for the "Archangel" mech but also highlight the technical issues that still need to be addressed.
However, when it comes to the Iron Storm Missile Pod, Ariel's tone carried a hint of helplessness: "Iron Storm Missile Pod... connection failed, young master. Iron Storm Missile Pod has been refusing to link, and I don't know what the problem is." This issue undoubtedly added extra pressure to Edric. The failed connection of the Iron Storm Missile Pod meant that they would lose an important firepower support in the battle.
After hearing this, Edric felt nervous inside, but he remained calm. He knew that at this critical moment, every minute and every second was extremely precious and couldn't be wasted on useless anxiety.
Edric felt somewhat worried about the failure to connect to the Iron Storm Missile Pod. The loss of this weapon would undoubtedly have an impact on their combat capability. However, at this critical moment, he also understood that it was not the time to dwell on this, but rather to understand the imminent threat. So, he turned his attention to more pressing matters and asked Ariel, "Where have the orcs reached? How many are there?"
Ariel replied with a hint of regret, "Our scans cannot accurately determine their approach. The distance is limited, which means they should still be one or two hours away from entering the atmosphere of Asra Planet." Then, Ariel added with some certainty, "And, from a rough estimate, their numbers seem to be few, likely Orc bandits."
Although this report does not provide all the detailed information, it at least gives Edric and Ariel some preparation time. Knowing the approximate number and expected arrival time of the invading orcs, Edric can adjust and prepare their defense strategy based on this information. This incomplete intelligence cannot completely eliminate Edric's inner worries, but at least it gives him some certainty, understanding how to allocate their limited resources and time to prepare for the upcoming battle.
Edric holds deep doubts about the unknown enemy before him - the Orc bandits. At this critical moment, he cannot allow himself to have any vague understanding of the impending threat. So, he asked with a hint of doubt, "What are Orc bandits? Some kind of organization?" Edric's voice reveals a desire to understand more about this sudden threat.
Ariel's response was transmitted clearly to Edric through the Control room's speaker system: "To some extent, it is indeed a kind of organization." Ariel's voice carried a calmness, as if stating a well-known fact, "Basically, it's the orcs outside the six major orc clans. They usually shuttle between galaxies as pirates or mercenaries. It's estimated that they detected no trace of Terra on this remote planet, so they decided to come and plunder."
This explanation provided Edric with a basic understanding of the Orc bandits. They are not a formal organization but a mixed auxiliary force composed of various orcs who, for various reasons, have left mainstream society and turned to a life of plunder and mercenary activities. This time, their target is Asra Planet, this peaceful haven. A sense of alertness rose in Edric's heart, realizing that this threat might be far more complex than he had imagined.
Edric couldn't help but express his doubts through his words: "But honestly, isn't Asra Planet not worth much to raid? The population is not large, and our technology is relatively backward..." His words revealed a sense of puzzlement, wondering why the Orc bandits would choose a seemingly low-value target. In his view, compared to the resource-rich and technologically advanced planets in the universe, Asra Planet does not seem to have the conditions to be a target for orc raids.
Ariel, on the other hand, has a different perspective, his voice carrying a hint of amusement: "Oh... young master, they are orcs, just monsters driven by their inner nature. They raid not for anything else, just to pass the time, have some fun." Ariel's explanation attributes the behavior of the Orc bandits to a pure desire for destruction and seeking excitement, rather than practical economic or strategic considerations.
This interpretation made Edric pensive. The seemingly purposeless destructive behavior of Orc bandits made the countermeasures less direct. For Asra Planet, even in the scarcity of resources and technological backwardness, it could not avoid becoming a target for such thrill-seeking behavior. Edric became more aware that protecting this peaceful land was not just about physical defense against Orc bandits, but also about defending against this irrational destruction spiritually. At that moment, Edric's determination became firmer. No matter the enemy's purpose, he must stand up to protect the peace and tranquility of Asra Planet.
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