Stellaris Crisis: Rise of the Swarm
Chapter 374

Diverting the Trouble Elsewhere

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There are three key galaxies that must be defended. Fortunately, the enemy's advancement speed still requires three days to reach the first key galaxy. The problem is that if we stick to the spot, we will definitely not be able to defend it.

After thinking carefully, Moraes came up with a solution. Her tactical ideas are indeed higher than the average Swarm Node.

"The troops we have are not enough to complete the mission assigned by the mistress. Since we cannot defeat the enemy, we can try to mobilize the enemy." Moras said mysteriously.

"Lord Moraes, what happened last time was because of your good idea, we were not punished by the mistress. If you have any good ideas, we will listen to your command." Two Queen said immediately.

Moras opened the star map on the network and pointed his paw at the Moore III galaxy. "The enemy in this galaxy has left a fleet of 50,000 Swarm as a defense. According to our original plan, we were indeed preparing to attack from a secret hyperspace channel."

"It's just that Gurt has been surrounded, and even if we recapture Moore 3, we can't save him, so this plan was abandoned."

"Now, we can use this plan." Moras virtualized a plan. In Swarm Network, it is very easy to turn thoughts into information packages.

The two Queens were reading the information package while listening to Moras's explanation, "The enemy still doesn't understand that Moore 3 is behind the twin galaxies. We can launch an attack on it. During the attack, send a large number of Overlords to move towards the twin galaxies."

"This will arouse the enemy's curiosity, and they will focus their exploration attention in the direction of the twin galaxies. We will try our best to make a rescue gesture, and they will mobilize their troops to defend."

"It can be done over and over again for 7 to 10 days." Moras said proudly, "The enemy thought they had stopped our attempt to rescue Gurt, but in fact our main purpose was to delay time and wait for the return of the mistress."

This is a very feasible and good plan, and it is the best choice when the troops are at a disadvantage. However, launching an attack on Moore 3 will definitely be very dangerous, so the two Queen did not flatter Moras immediately as usual.

After Moras noticed something strange about the two Queen, he said in a soft tone, "It is indeed dangerous to launch an attack, but which war is without danger? This is already the lowest risk method."

"In order to ensure safety, the attack on Moore 3 can be completely handed over to the war Cerebrate. Although they are relatively dull, there is no problem in executing simple commands."

"According to the plan, each of you will launch an attack with your own fleet of 100,000 Swarm. One can launch a system response, and the other can launch an attack and use the Overlord transport team to deceive the enemy."

"When the tactics are successful, we can let War Cerebrate take command and you can withdraw. Later, we can launch a few more tentative attacks to attract the enemy's attention."

The two Queen thought about it and realized that this was indeed the truth. They nodded in agreement and said flatteringly, "Lord Moras, you are the node with the highest tactical awareness we have ever seen. I am afraid that only the mistress can be stronger than you."

Hearing that he could be compared with the Mistress, Moras did feel a little elated, "I can't compare to the strength and wisdom of the Mistress. I'm just a little stronger than ordinary nodes. You act according to the plan I sent you. I will replenish the lost fleet later."

With this guarantee from Moraes, the Queens were overjoyed and said, "Okay, Lord Moraes, we will set off immediately."

Soon, Moras's actions were discovered by Stars and Chloe. They were now very strong. Overmind had resupplied their fleet and was on the way.

With a large army, they dare to fight more aggressive and risky battles.

"Chloe node, it seems that our bait has worked. Zagara's guerrilla fleet is gathering and wants to eat the bait we left on Moore 3." There was a hint of excitement in Stars's calm tone.

"Great, I finally took the bait." Chloe breathed a sigh of relief and became happy.

To be honest, these guerrilla fleets arranged by Zagara are really annoying.

The hyperspace channels in this galaxy are very complex. Some are easy to discover, while others are hidden. The paths extend in all directions. It will take a lot of time to draw a perfect star map.

In this complex place, Zagara's guerrilla fleet can always suddenly appear in some star systems with empty defenses, harassing the rear of Stars and Chloe.

Occupying the Hatchery galaxy is inherently a difficult task. Such a long battle proves that a fleet battle in space can easily determine the outcome, but as long as landing is involved, it will take a long time.

Both sides are Swarm, and both are very good at using numbers to fight a war of attrition. The battle will definitely be protracted. Orbital bombing can at most blow up the surface of the planet, and the battle can still be carried out underground.

The Swarm fleet cannot wait until the battle is completely over before taking action, so it will leave part of the fleet behind and the main force will continue to advance. This gives the Zagara guerrilla fleet an opportunity to take advantage of every opportunity.

In frontal battles, the two of them could always win with little loss, but harassment from the rear bothered them. So they set up this trap, with a fleet of fifty thousand Swarm serving as bait, no more, no less.

At this moment, Moras, Stars, and Chloe all felt that the plan was going very smoothly and everything was under control.

No. 1 Queen jumped into hyperspace with a fleet of one hundred thousand Swarm, and the destination ahead was Moore III. The fleet of one hundred thousand Swarm, with a two-to-one numerical ratio, seemed to have an advantage, but it was actually just for self-protection. After all, the previous battle had proved that there was a big gap in the quality of the fleets between the two sides.

She only needs to cover the 5,000 Overlord loaded with resources as they jump into the hyperspace heading for Kamet 5. It is not her task to fight and annihilate the enemy.

At the rear, there is a fleet of 100,000 Swarm led by No. 2 Queen. Even if there is an accident, she can be rescued. Even if the rescue is too late, she can retreat alone and let War Cerebrate take over her command.

Everything seemed to be perfect, and it was indeed like this when they first entered the Moore III system. The Swarm fleet of 50,000 people defending the system set up a defensive formation over the planet, which was a sign of their intention to hold on.

Seeing this scene, No. 1 Queen's heart dropped. The last time Moras fought with the enemy, the combat power displayed by the strange Psionics impressed her so much.

Even with twice as many troops, No. 1 Queen felt that she could not resist and it would be best not to start a war. She followed the plan and acted very cautiously as she escorted five thousand Overlord to the hyperspace entrance to the twin galaxies.

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