Global Crossing: Empire of Stars

"This is the intelligence I've gathered over the past year on the bases belonging to the various factions in the star system. Because the war never stops, some of it may be inaccurate and will need further verification."

Despite that caveat, when Wade projected the star map, the Legion's high command lit up.

This map was far more detailed than the information provided by the military. It included not only a basic report on the star system's environment, but also six or seven hundred NPC Bases of various sizes scattered throughout the system.

With such detailed intelligence, they could save a great deal of time on reconnaissance and begin development soon.

"Thank you for your efforts, Your Excellency. I'll convey my gratitude to the Ordo." Buckde smiled and nodded, then sent the intelligence to the Staff Department for analysis. He asked, "How many bases in the Angel System are controlled by the Blood Angels?"

He meant the Angel's offspring—Astartes Monks who had spawned with Rebel Army backgrounds.

A flicker of subtle amusement crossed intelligence officer Vika's face. "As its name suggests, this system is the angels' home ground, Legion Commander. As far as I know, the Blood Angels' offspring occupy at least a hundred bases of various sizes. They're the most numerous faction in the system."

The Legion's high command was stunned by the news. Given the Blood Angels Legion's influence, it meant that more than a hundred bases would immediately pledge allegiance to the Legion and become a valuable source of military strength.

In truth, although the spread of the Medpod30000 had made Biological Modification a simple procedure, most Chapters and Legions were not permitted to recruit within the Empire. They could only replenish their ranks through missions, leaving them chronically short of personnel.

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