Evolving Insectoids and an Emergency Draft

[Jiji (Rank S) (Symbiosis Contract - Obligor, Mother)]

[Level: LV170 (Note: Upgraded only through casting process)]

[Class: Lord of Soul Shadows (Mechanical)]

[HP: 1740302/1740302 (Shared with Symbiote during combat)]

[Stamina: 419873/419873]

[Attributes: Strength: 170, Stamina: 170, Intelligence: 330, Agility: 300]

[Skill: Death Resistance (SS) LV170: When the host's health is below 3%, forcibly remove all negative effects, quickly restore health to 30%, and increase the host's four main attributes by 50 points.]

Information Transmission (S) LV170: Establishes a separate, dedicated encrypted channel for ultra-long-distance transmission of information to multiple targets.

Mechanical Bird Breeding Chamber (SS) LV170: Consumes energy to create a breeding container that can absorb an unlimited amount of metal and energy to create offspring, Evil Shadow Mechanical Birds. Base rank is 13.

Mechanical Bird Summoning (S) LV170: Command and control the Evil Shadow Mechanical Bird, increasing the base attributes of all Mech Birds by 50%.

Robustness Aura (S) LV170: Increases the HP, DEF, and stamina of all Evil Shadow Mechanical Bird offspring by 200%.

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[Overall Rating: S]

[Evil Shadow Mechanical Bird (Child)]

[Level: LV130 (Note: Can be increased during battle, maximum LV170)]

[Health Points: 330000/330000]

[Skill: Swift Shadow Wing Needles (A) LV130: Wings transform into flying needles, striking all enemies within a certain range, dealing 13430~15890 damage, with an additional 19.5% true damage effect, and inflicting bleeding and poison effects.]

Energy Transfer (S) LV170: Defeating an enemy allows you to absorb their energy to power yourself, and some of this energy will be transferred to the breeding pod.

[Overall Rating: B]

Really!

Lister's worst fears came true.

He had this premonition ten years ago, after obtaining the materials of the Soul-Devouring Spider from the Soul-Devouring Spider.

Therefore, this material was also specifically sent to Kavin was asked to redesign the drawings.

Minimize the possibility that the Jiji will become the mother of the Zerg civilization.

After all, he hasn't reached the Fourth Advancement yet, and before becoming Hegemon, he doesn't have the absolute strength to violate the Galactic Federation Constitution.

Especially considering the existence of the Merrick Civilization behind them.

Kavin eventually helped design the blueprints, but he couldn't guarantee the final evolutionary direction of this Spirit-Devouring Pearl, which involved soul-related materials.

This is also why Lister kept delaying the upgrade of the Jiji.

It was three years ago, when he reached level 18, that he had Powell restart the forging and upgrading of Jiji.

Who would have thought that after three years of forging, Jiji would eventually develop consciousness and become a mechanical life form, just as expected.

And right now, it's not just one landmine they've stepped on.

From a systemic analysis perspective, it can be considered a combination of Mechanical Civilization and Zerg civilization.

No wonder Powell looked complicated; he didn't dare to speak carelessly in public.

"My lord..., 'Jiji' is currently in such a state that it won't be noticed unless we intervene."

"I suggest you wait until your fourth evolution before considering using Jiji?"

Powell is currently offering cautious advice.

He is now deeply intertwined with Lister, both himself and his son.

Naturally, this reflects a perspective entirely from Lister's point of view.

In the Galactic Federation, everything ultimately comes down to strength; the rules and restrictions, including the barriers between civilizations, are all aimed at the weak.

Once Lister becomes the Hegemon, just like the Leviathan Civilization more than 7,000 years ago, he will have the right to sit at the table and set the rules.

The life form Jiji, won't be restricted much in the future.

"I understand."

"You guarantee you haven't leaked anything here, right?"

"I promise, sir!"

"I forge all the Jiji parts myself in this secret room every night; no one else has ever seen them."

Powell patted his chest and assured him.

As the actual forger of Jiji, if the matter is exposed and revealed, he will not be able to escape either.

Ultimately, just to be on the safe side, Lister asked Wang Yue for a sealed box.

Before he broke through to the Fourth Advancement, he also reduced the number of times he would Jiji.

At most, you can use Jiji as a safety net during crucial battles.

Two weeks passed in the blink of an eye.

For A73, it's more like time for a deep maintenance check.

After Lister returned to the ship, the warship quickly set sail towards the Arcane Civilization.

Meanwhile, in the control room, Captain Boren couldn't contain his excitement.

"Lister, great news!"

What good news is it?

"Atas from headquarters Logistics Department, he really chickened out!"

"The large ship is ready. I received the acceptance notice yesterday; I can go directly to the military factory to receive it."

No wonder you're so excited.

It seems that his questioning in the holographic projection last time did have a significant impact on Atas.

They said they'd deliver within a year, but now, in just half a month, all the paperwork is done.

This is naturally a good thing for the Ship A73.

Combat operations using large ships will allow for more large-scale missions.

At the same time, the staffing can be further improved to accommodate more officers.

More importantly, the maximum firepower of a large ship's neutron cannon is at the 18th order.

A typical Tier 3 civilization cannot afford large ships.

Only a few Quasi-Hegemon or deeply rooted third-level civilizations have this condition.

This is also the strongest warship that a level three civilization can use.

Even the most advanced warships can only be used by generals from the Central Army Group.

Everyone was in a good mood because they were receiving a new, large ship.

What was originally a two-week flight journey was completed in just nine days, bringing them back to the designated arsenal.

The true galactic behemoth is more than ten times larger than a medium-sized ship.

At the same time, the distinction between cruisers and destroyers was no longer made.

The size of a large ship can accommodate all types of firepower, both long-range and short-range.

When Lister first saw this large ship, his first impression was of the "little ants" surrounding it.

There are over a hundred frigates and supply ships, all equipped for the daily use of large ships.

This is still the minimum requirement; if you want to maximize its use, this number needs to be increased.

The journey took nine days, but the actual reception and commissioning of the large ship took nearly half a month.

When this "galactic behemoth" first sailed through the Milky Way, the sense of grandeur and magnificence was overwhelming.

The sheer force of the passing warships that kept their distance stirred the hearts of all the officers on board.

Of course, the excitement didn't last long before the projector in the ship's control room was switched on.

"Kali Carrie, is there a new mission?"

"We, A73, have been ready for a long time! We're just waiting for your mission assignment!"

In recent years, as Lister's strength and status have continued to rise, his influence has also increased.

Not only was Captain Boren promoted to colonel, but Falco and Kali also rose through the ranks at a rapid pace, becoming lieutenant colonel and colonel respectively, essentially riding a rocket.

Captain Boren was already itching to try his first mission with this large ship.

"Hmm! We have a mission!"

"It's a federal emergency recall."

"Another federal draft?"

"And it was our ship, no less?"

Upon hearing the federal conscription notice, Boren's brows furrowed instantly.

Since Lister joined the Arcane Army Group, the Federation's conscription has become much more frequent than before.

In the past, they were only drafted once every few decades, but now, in just over ten years, this is the third time they have been drafted, and all three times, it has been A73 who participated.

Although military merits increased, so did the danger. Each conscription mission was almost always a matter of luck, a life-or-death struggle!

"It must be your ship!"

"Otherwise, do you think you could take possession of this large ship so quickly?"

"Damn it! Atas!"

"I knew this old bastard only promised a year, and then suddenly he completed the paperwork in just half a month."

"So that's where you were waiting for me, Grandma..."

So there was this backstory?

Captain Boren, standing to the side, launched into a tirade of angry words, Lister seemed to relish.

He has accumulated nearly 3.5 million military merits.

After another 1.5 million, that will be enough for 5 million points.

Then we can break away from the Arcane Army Group and truly build our own Arcane Civilization Army.

Federal drafting was exactly what he wanted, as it would quickly shorten his remaining service time.

They also proactively joined the projection-based communication.

"Kali Carrie, how many military merits can we expect from this conscription? What is the specific difficulty of the mission?"

Upon seeing Lister join the meeting, Lieutenant Colonel Kali's initially slightly disdainful attitude immediately changed.

A warm and friendly smile appeared on his face as he introduced the topic with enthusiasm and seriousness.

"I heard it's related to the extermination of Mechanical Civilization."

"Because it's a federal emergency recall, many details won't be explained. The only requirement so far is that they arrive within two months."

What about military merit points?

"Guaranteed 2 million points."

Upon hearing Lieutenant Colonel Kali's words, not only Boren and Lister's eyes lit up.

Those listening in the control room outside immediately began to breathe heavily.

Two million military merits are the minimum!

Compared to the previous two recruitments, the minimum guarantee alone is more than double.

It should be noted that the first two conscriptions were already thanks to Lord Lister's influence; otherwise, a normal Civilization Army would be lucky to have 300,000 to 500,000 participating in the conscription function.

"What!? It's really that tall!?"

"Sir, you're not joking with our ship, are you?"

Although their ranks were equal, both being colonels, the officers at the army group headquarters were only half a rank higher by unspoken rules.

Boren has genuine respect for his former leader and is still willing to address him as "superior."

Unlike Atas of the Logistics Department, who showed absolutely no respect for the other side.

Upon hearing about such a high number of military merit points, I immediately became interested.

Is it high!?

"You still think you're from back when you had small or medium-sized warships?"

"You've been assigned to participate in a conscription mission on a large ship, and it's an urgent, temporary conscription at that. Two million is the minimum; if you perform well, the military merits you'll receive for this kind of mission are probably limitless."

Upon hearing this, the two finally came to their senses.

That's true. Nowadays, A73 is part of a large ship formation, so we can't judge it by old standards. The daily consumption alone is different from before.

The merit points awarded for recruitment by the Federation Military District Headquarters should also be standardized.

Lister's mood became increasingly excited.

It's like a pillow being delivered just when I'm sleepy. If this conscription can help me make up for the military merits I'm still lacking, it will save me a lot of time.

Although the Arcane Civilization treated him very well, he still felt like he was living under someone else's roof.

It wouldn't have mattered if the Merrick Civilization hadn't existed before, but now that we have our own home, we'd still prefer to build our own civilization.

"Lister, I just spoke with Major General York about this conscription mission."

"All things considered, our Arcane Civilization hasn't encountered this kind of emergency conscription for over a thousand years."

"Judging from the recent emergency mobilizations by the Federation Military District, the missions are extremely dangerous, with the highest mortality rate approaching 90%..."

"Moreover, this mission involves not only you, but also five other civilizations that have been urgently summoned, so the mission is likely to be extremely difficult."

"Are they all civilizations with Quasi-Hegemon?"

When Lister specifically mentioned himself, he immediately grasped the implication.

"That's right!"

"General York means that this mission is unusual, and you shouldn't rush to claim military merit."

"Anyway, our army group has participated in enough conscriptions in recent years, so this time we can just relax and get the minimum military merit."

The fact that the Central Army, along with five Quasi-Hegemon, participated in this mission is truly a rare large-scale operation.

If it is indeed as Major General York predicted, it's no wonder that the Federation Military District guarantees at least 2 million military merits, with no upper limit.

Military merit is tempting, but with a 90% mortality rate, how many people can actually earn it?

For the Federation Military District, it probably just means that military merits are being distributed more centrally.

In the end, it's hard to say whether the total amount of military merits awarded was less than usual.

"Yes, I'll be careful."

Lister silently noted down Major General York's thoughtful reminder.

However, he had no intention of hiding behind the scenes when it came to this conscription.

Seeing this, Kali Carrie didn't say anything more, but instead gave Boren a meaningful look.

It was probably a reminder to him to keep the situation under control and prevent Lister from losing his temper.

As soon as the mission was announced, Ship A73 set off without delay.

They went to pick up the newly recruited sergeants and officers for the new ship.

Only then did they hurriedly head towards their target star system.

The only advantage is that large ships are fast, and two months is enough time for them to replenish their crew and arrive.

As for Lister, he returned to his room.

This period is a rare time for preparation. The Navigation Department will handle the navigation work, and he is now only responsible for the final combat command and arrangements on the ship.

More than a month later, a "galactic behemoth" appeared in this remote star system.

Small ships and warships from various rebel groups passing by all kept their distance.

The deterrent power of large warships is already among the top in the Galactic Federation.

The journey was incredibly smooth.

Seeing that they were about to arrive at the target meeting point, Lister stopped today's "daily lottery" in his room.

Another year without any good results from Alchemy Synthesis, but thankfully I've gotten used to it.

I got up and headed to the control room; the control room of a large ship was truly different.

The captain also has a brand-new, independent work area, as well as a separate holographic projection area.

After pouring himself a glass of wine, Lister finally took stock of his current location.

In the holographic star field projection, we are currently within the RT Star Region, within the sphere of influence of the Luke Civilization (level one).

If we continue driving for a while, we will enter the Chaotic Star Region, where the mission for this recruitment takes place, on Planet RT191.

Look at the star system locations on the map, and this information.

Lister slowly put down the wine glass that was already at his lips, his brow furrowing involuntarily.

A hint of surprise flashed across his face; this place... he knew it very well!

Logically, there shouldn't be any problems, but just to be on the safe side, I quickly checked my emails and communication records.

Sure enough, he remembered correctly.

RT Star Region, Planet 433, the location of Kavin.

Could it be such a coincidence?

The Mechanical Civilization's mission is still within the same RT Star Region, primarily located in the Chaotic Star Region.

Could this mission be to eliminate Kavin?

Thinking of this, Lister feigned a relaxation of his brow and downed the glass of wine on the table in one gulp.

He then pretended to browse through a lot of information before getting up and leaving again.

Whether he was the deputy captain of the warship or the actual commander, no one dared to pay attention to him.

Even after he left the control room, the remaining junior officers who were reporting on their tasks secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Back in his dormitory, Lister immediately released Jiji from its seal.

They dared not use public signal channels to communicate with Kavin anymore, and instead used Jiji's dedicated channel.

The communication was quickly established, and Kavin's figure appeared in the holographic projection.

"Kavin, I suspect this federal emergency conscription I received is to wipe you out."

"I know."

"The new offensive is converging on Planet RT191, right?"

"Are you also one of the draft soldiers?"

Kavin, who was in front of the projection, was not surprised by Lister's news; he even already knew the meeting place.

As a Level 4 civilization, their potential information channels are truly impressive.

"Yes."

A new round? Has the war already begun?

"Four months ago, the Ninth Central Army Group already came to wipe me out once."

"This time, the Seventh Central Army Group should be leading the team, with the 6th and Fourteenth Central Army Group participating. It seems the Federation Government has also sent representatives."

"I didn't expect you Lister, to be drafted into this."

With an expressionless face and an extremely calm tone, he spoke of a major event in the Galactic Federation!

Why didn't you say so sooner?

"Don't you trust me?"

"No, I and the Mechanical Civilization I created trust you."

"This was my oversight. I thought everything was resolved and that no one in the Ninth Army Group could escape, so I could use this time to relocate."

"I didn't expect the news to leak out anyway."