Adamantium Power Armor

"Continue the tests. I need to know the limits of the Adamantium power armor. Arrange the testing grounds," Guilliman continued.

The eyes of the Lord of Macragge were glowing. This epoch-making battle armor had arrived at the perfect time.

As if the upcoming tests were even more dangerous, Guilliman forcefully ordered Auguston to leave the power armor. The reckless fellow had actually intended to withstand the frontal assault of Knight Mechs and heavy tanks while wearing the Adamantium armor.

Confidence was a good thing, but when it turned into arrogance, it was undoubtedly foolish.

Loci had an automated robot take the place of the human body. It was covered in extremely sensitive sensors capable of simulating the physical condition of an Adeptus Astartes.

After the test, even Guilliman was shocked by the simple and brutal data results.

The Adamantium armor could withstand the melta spears of the smallest Knight Mech's Swordsman Squire and the attacks of its Adamantium harvesting chain-cleaver. Against the Gunstock Squire, which could fire hundreds of powerful armor-piercing rounds per minute with its high-speed autocannon, it remained completely unharmed.

However, the power armor being unharmed did not mean the combat personnel inside were unscathed. According to the data feedback, the attacks from the Knight Mechs and heavy tanks were sufficient to breach the power armor's buffer limit, and the shockwaves could cause damage to the Adeptus Astartes.

Especially the main cannon of the super-heavy tank, which could completely overload the buffer limit and shatter the Adeptus Astartes inside.

But this was already exaggerated enough. The main cannon of the super-heavy tank could even pose a threat to a Titan Machine. It was not designed as an infantry weapon, and given the maneuverability of super-heavy tanks, it would be difficult for them to hit an Adeptus Astartes without a pre-arranged ambush.

As for attacks from higher-tier Titans, the data simulation showed that the Adamantium armor would be completely penetrated. However, using an Adeptus Astartes to confront a Titan Machine was such an absurd order that even the most insane commander would not issue it.

Witnessing the prowess of the Adamantium armor, the person who reacted the most was Lady Yuton.

She affectionately held Loci's hand and said in a motherly tone, "Please, you must let the Eternal Crusade switch to Adamantium power armor. This is simply a stroke of genius, Mr. Loci. Please accept my respect and praise."

What Lady Yuton valued was not the performance of the Adamantium power armor, but its excellent defensive capabilities.

Even concentrated bolter rounds could not breach its defenses, which would increase Guilliman's safety factor by several levels.

She knew her son's temperament well. Guilliman appeared as calm as a thinking computer, but when circumstances forced him, he would not hesitate to fight on the front lines himself.

Deep within Roboute's core lay a profound anger, though most of the time, his excellent upbringing suppressed this instinct.

In such times, the Eternal Crusade, fully equipped with Adamantium power armor, would become the Primarch's most reliable shield. They would accompany the Primarch into battle and bring him back safely.

"Of course, Madam. These armors will be prioritized for the Primarch's honor guard. If he wishes, I also have a specially customized power armor made from Strong Interaction Material, which offers even greater defense than the Adamantium armor."

Appearing before Guilliman was a set of blue and gold tactical dreadnought armor. The Imperial Lightning Eagle Wing Metal Relief was etched onto its chest plate, and the Ultramarines' insignia was branded on both shoulder pauldrons. All these marks of honor were replicated one-to-one, referencing Guilliman's own power armor.

The Iron Halo on the back of the armor could deflect hails of gunfire, allowing the Primarch to pass through the thickest of battles safely.

"This is custom-made for you, and it's the only one," Loci said with a smile.

Guilliman extended his massive palm and gently caressed the power armor. It was so smooth and had a peculiar warmth unlike steel.

Loci had utilized the force field technology contained within the STC to eliminate the electromagnetic force between the material particles, pressing them tightly together. Its surface was absolutely smooth, possessing an indestructible nature, while the cessation of particle vibration brought its temperature to absolute zero.

Guilliman's hand did not actually touch the true surface of the armor; an external force field prevented contact.

"This armor can be equipped with your weapons: the Hand of Dominion and the Loyalty Short Sword, and it can also load new Lightning Claws and Power Fists."

Facing this set of armor, even the Primarch couldn't help but quicken his breathing.

"Thank you."

Guilliman, without any hesitation, removed his own armor in front of the Eternal Crusade.

It was a Terminator Armor meticulously crafted by the Adeptus Mechanicus, its value even exceeding that of a star. But at this moment, it had been surpassed by a more formidable contender.

"When you return, remember to find some priests from the Adeptus Mechanicus to perform the sacred incense and holy oil rituals. It only has a basic intelligent system installed. I'm curious to see how a Machine Spirit is born."

Although Loci believed a Machine Spirit was a form of rudimentary intelligence, he wanted to see how the Adeptus Mechanicus would make a soulless armor develop a Machine Spirit. This might be knowledge outside his own framework.

There was no eternally correct knowledge, only knowledge that kept pace with the times.

Next, Loci led Guilliman to inspect the factory workshops producing equipment for mortals. Those standard shell armors could operate using force feedback and, when equipped with a micro power pack, could enhance their power. They were almost a stripped-down version of the Adeptus Astartes' power armor.

They were equipped with basic medical functions, capable of releasing hormones and stimulants for excitation and hemostasis. The communication module within could extend battlefield communications down to the individual soldier level, which was undoubtedly a significant improvement in the army's command capabilities.

These mortal armors did not require many resources. Compared to the Adeptus Astartes' power armor, Loci's current production capacity allowed for the manufacturing of one hundred thousand units per day.

"I will adopt your suggestion. Macragge, Amatra, Konnor, and other important planets will undergo equipment upgrades for their auxiliary forces. Thank you for your contribution."

Guilliman immediately made the decision. Transport ships from Macragge would immediately deliver the already produced equipment to several key defensive worlds.

The Space Marines and mortal auxiliary forces there would receive upgraded equipment.

"If my flagship weren't currently undergoing repairs in the hands of the Adeptus Mechanicus, I would definitely bring it here. I want to cover every inch of its armor with Adamantium. The pressure our navy faces is simply too immense."

While the innovation of power armor and the replacement of mortal auxiliary forces had made Guilliman happy for a while, the truly troublesome issue had not been resolved: the replenishment of warships for Ultramar's Five Hundred Worlds.

Guilliman urgently needed new warships to join his fleet. After the Battle of Kaos, the Ultramarines had lost more than half of their warships. Facing the combined forces of the Word Bearers and World Eaters, the disadvantage in naval warfare would only increase.

"I want to know if you have any way to build warships with sufficient combat power. Although I know this is an excessive request, with the enemy at our gates, I must seize every bit of strength."

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