A Naval Prodigy

When people look up at the vast Void, they can't help but feel a sense of insignificance and awe.

The Big Blue would occasionally be seen through the portholes of the bridge.

Deep, dark, and endless.

Is it really just a game?

The Big Blue asked itself a question.

At this moment, a deep and powerful voice interrupted Big Blue's thoughts and pulled him back to reality.

"Warships have souls. You must learn to communicate with their Machine Spirits, soothe them, and make them accept you. Only in this way can you fight alongside them."

Semper sat in the captain's chair, directing the warship while explaining things to them.

The other party was entrusted with instructing them on how to operate the warships so that they could play a role in later battles.

Big Blue regained his composure, listened attentively, and took notes.

Void warfare is based on large-tonnage, long-endurance combat platforms.

This method of warfare is more like naval warfare than air warfare.

The only difference is that the two-dimensional nature of naval warfare has changed to the three-dimensional nature of space, requiring a much larger amount of computation.

This is why the Emperor's Cattle Warband recruits players with naval experience.

Having naval experience will allow you to get started with the Void Warship more quickly.

Semper explained in detail what would happen during naval battles and the operating procedures of various systems, and then let the God Chosen conduct simulation tests.

The Cogitator System connects to the God Chosen's nervous system, simulating a realistic Void battlefield.

Semper will score the God Chosen based on their performance.

After passing the test, he will, as instructed by the Living Saint, award these God Chosen a New Captain Medal and record their scores in the God Chosen System.

The God Chosen System is directly overseen by Xi Ling, eliminating the possibility of cheating and fraud.

The first student quickly connected to the Cogitator System and entered the virtual battlefield.

The battlefield was projected onto the screen, allowing everyone to observe the testing process.

Big Blue's eyes widened. "This game lets you play games within games? That's insane!!"

It's not just the Big Blue that's amazing.

The players around them were the same, their eyes wide with surprise.

I thought Warhammer Online wouldn't surprise me anymore.

Who would have thought that my thinking was too simplistic?

One student after another went up to take the test.

The testing program covered a wide range of roles, from supervisors in weaponry, navigation, and divination to the captain.

The Big Blue is the last one.

"Don't be too nervous. It doesn't matter how good your grades are. Your learning speed is already amazing. Don't put too much pressure on yourself."

Semper repeated what he would say to every God Chosen.

Big Blue nodded and put on the virtual reality headset.

After a slight pain, nerve cables were connected to his spine and the back of his head, and his consciousness was then pulled into virtual reality.

The entire scene is also very realistic, and you can't tell the difference from reality.

The Big Blue did an excellent job.

He rose through the ranks from a junior officer position.

Moreover, he possesses an astonishing talent for commanding warships.

This is why he was able to serve as the commander of the capital ships at such a young age.

As captain of the Void, the Big Blue were just a hair's breadth away from victory.

Unfortunately, he was still not familiar enough with the performance of the Void Warship.

There is insufficient understanding of data such as the warship's ammunition and speed.

Ultimately, they made a fatal mistake; the enemy hit the Void's ammunition depot and destroyed it.

But such a result is already quite remarkable.

Several players didn't even get to sail their ships out, or were instantly killed by the opponent as soon as they did.

However, Big Blue was able to fight his opponent to a standstill and almost won.

Compared to other players, it can be said to be quite excellent.

Big Blue didn't want to perform this well, but in this game, the stronger your abilities, the more resources you get.

His boss then demanded that he not hide his talents, but strive to showcase his abilities and strengths to gain attention.

"Your results are very good. After you complete your Warp navigation training, you will be qualified to be a captain."

"Given time, I believe the Calixis Sector will surely have your legend."

When the test ended, Semper looked surprised.

He spoke highly of the Big Blue, which aroused envy and curiosity among the other players.

As soon as Semper left, they all gathered around, subtly asking what the Big Blue did and if he could share some study tips.

Big Blue claims to be a cargo ship driver who enjoys playing warship strategy games in his spare time.

After dismissing the players surrounding him, Big Blue looked out the window and was surprised to see a strange, streamlined ship flying by.

Its design is completely different from that of humans, and it has a huge sail at the back.

"What's that? Why does it have a sail?"

Big Blue pointed out the porthole and asked the player next to him.

"Those are Aeldari ships. The ones at the back are solar sails, which draw energy from stars and the Warp to propel the warships forward."

The player next to him with the ID (Commodore's Decision) explained to the Big Blue.

"Aren't you a Warhammer fan? You should know that Aeldari ships are easy to recognize, but you can't even recognize this one."

Big Blue nodded. "I'm not a fan, I just pre-registered because I was curious about the game."

"I'm so envious. You're not a Warhammer fan, but you've learned the best. Once you finish your Warp training, you'll definitely be able to become a captain."

The Commodore with some envy, "Unlike me, I've only been learning for a few days and I'm still a novice."

"You'll get the hang of this with practice," Big Blue comforted him.

"You're right. I should take advantage of the remaining Contribution Points to practice as much as possible." The Commodore nodded. "By the way, are you going to do a mission later?"

"Currently, there are many missions in Scintilla to eliminate gangs and heretical organizations. With the assistance of NPCs, we can earn Contribution Points by following them."

"If you want to do it, I'll take you with me, how about that?"

Big Blue stroked his chin. "I've been here for a few days now, learning how to operate a warship. I really should go and see what the surface is like."

"Then take me with you on the mission later."

The Aeldari ships caused a commotion as soon as they entered the harbor.

Many people are born being told to hate Xenos.

The fact that the Xenos warship has brazenly entered the port has immediately angered many people.

"Get this Xenos garbage out of our port."

"How can we allow these things into our port? This is a betrayal of Omnissiah."

"God-Emperor, such a blasphemous thing has invaded your sacred territory."

"..."

Hatred of the Xenos erupted rapidly and formed a wave.

Many people flocked to the port, wanting to vandalize the Xenos ships.

Armed guards stopped them.

They claim this is the will of the Great Living Saint, and that the Eldar are allies invited by the Living Saint to discuss the fight against Chaos.

The Ministry of Adeptus Arbites acted swiftly, arresting several individuals with malicious intent who were inciting the public, thus preventing a large-scale riot.

But the crowd remained gathered outside the cordon set up by the legal guards, staring at the Xenos ships with hatred.

Qin Yun led a group of high-ranking officials to welcome the Aeldari.

"How could Living Saint collude with Xenos?"

"This kind of thing is terrible."

"Alas, what is the truth? Those priests told me to hate the Xenos, but now the Living Saints are welcoming them?"

"..."

The public was abuzz with discussion, filled with incomprehension and confusion.

If Qin Yun hadn't had such a high reputation and hadn't performed so many miracles,

They would probably be branded as heretics, tied to the stake, and roasted over a low flame for three days and three nights.

Some players who had never seen the Aeldari before mingled in the crowd, eager to see what the storyline was like.

Faced with public questioning, Qin Yun did not rush to explain, but patiently waited at the port platform.

A moment later, the hatches of the Aeldari ship opened.

The Aeldari envoys emerged from the ship and set foot on the human port.

Their appearance caused a stir among the crowd.

The crowd stared intently at the Eldar, their eyes filled with hatred or anger.

Big Blue was also in the crowd; he had originally planned to go on a mission with the Commodore.

But when they saw the Guide appear, the two stopped to watch the plot and also to see what the new race in the game was like.

The Aeldari look similar to humans.

Both have two legs, two arms, and one head.

Its body proportions are similar to those of a human, but its body is more slender.

The Aeldari moved with elegance and tranquility.

Even with dozens of sharp-edged rune gems or Wraithbone decorations on its body, it made not a sound.

Even court nobles who have been trained since childhood are like uncouth farmers in front of the elegant Aeldari.

The Big Blue found the Aeldari's equipment very strange.

They all wore towering helmets with forward-curving tips and large, dark green goggles that easily evoked images of insects or deep-sea fish.

The helmet of the leader had a dull gemstone, larger than an ordinary person's fist, embedded in the very center.

He held a slender Scepter made of Wraithbone in his hand.

A geometric symbol hangs from the end of the Scepter, containing a gemstone.

The gemstone shimmered with an eerie light, possessing a peculiar magic that seemed to draw one's mind in.

A strange gun hung from his waist, its barrel bulging and its muzzle grooved; he also carried a Power Sword.

"Xenos!" Inquisitor Caidin said, his tone unfriendly as he looked at the Aeldari approaching.

He wasn't the only one to utter the word; the crowd was whispering among themselves.

The gazes people cast upon the Aeldari were filled with either hatred or suspicion.

"Quiet!" Qin Yun said. "They are our guests. Don't do anything impolite."

As soon as Qin Yun, who was Living Saint, spoke, he silenced the murmurs of the crowd.

The Aeldari envoys approached Qin Yun.

The leader of the Aeldari performed a complex ritual, then removed his helmet, revealing translucent ears and long, flowing, jet-black hair.

The faces of the Aeldari are exceptionally handsome, possessing both masculine and feminine qualities, presenting a gender-neutral beauty that transcends gender.

Apart from its completely black eyes, its facial features are not much different from those of a human.

"I am Kasareth, from the Craftworld Ulthwe, the esteemed Emperor Living Saint," the Aeldari introduced himself.

"Welcome, Farseer." Qin Yun smiled, then looked at the others. "The Aeldari once helped us save the Emperor's son. They are now our allies in the fight against Chaos. Show them some respect."

Then, Qin Yun looked at the crowd and explained to them in a sincere tone.

"The Despoiler have destroyed the Cadia Fortress, and both humans and Aeldari are on the verge of extinction. We have no other choice."

"The Eldar need humans as allies, or they will be doomed to destruction, and we need all possible assistance as well. For the sake of saving the God-Emperor's kingdom, and for the sake of our suffering brethren."

"..."

After calming the angry crowd, Qin Yun led the Aeldari members to the reception room that had been prepared in advance.

The Guide and the Aeldari members left, and the people also left in twos and threes, their emotions no longer as agitated as before.

"The Living Saint's words must be true; we need allies now."

A man said to the person next to him, "We only need to believe in the Living Saint."

"That's right. If the Living Saint says we should cooperate with the Xenos, then we should cooperate. If we ever fall out with the Xenos, then we'll hate Xenos again."

The people around him agreed with the man's statement.

Inside the strategic conference hall.

Numerous high-ranking officials and Aeldari envoys took their seats.

Qin Yun briefly recounted the story of Ahriman's invasion of Scintilla.

"Ahriman?" Kasareth showed a hint of apprehension.

It's clear that Ahriman has indeed become very famous over the years; even the Aeldari are very familiar with his name and deeds.

"They have infiltrated my inner circle, so I would like to ask you to teach humanity the corresponding psionic skills to enhance our resistance against the infiltration of Chaos."

"To be honest, you are the first human ruler to say that he wants to learn from the Aeldari." Kasareth said with surprise.

Qin Yun said, "Staying complacent is never a good thing. Learning from those who have gone before is the best way to make progress."

"And what are our benefits?" Kasareth asked.

P. S.: As promised, I owe you two chapters. I always feel like I have a procrastination problem, and I don't know what to do!