"Activate the Tailed Beast Core!" Tsubasa commanded.
In Setsuna, the ten super-giant ships that had been emitting only a faint light outside the observation window seemed to come alive!
The Shukaku's tail thrusters spewed out a hazy, sandstorm-like stream of light; the Matatabi's eyes lit up, their deep blue glow captivating; deep blue water-attribute energy shone through the gaps in the Isobu's thick armor; the Goku entirely crimson, like a volcano about to erupt; the Kokuō's hooves trod on fire; the Saiken was shrouded in a pale green mist; the Chōmei's six wings radiated a seven-colored halo; the Gyuki's eight tentacles were wrapped in crackling lightning; Kurama's nine giant tails danced in the void like burning flames!
The most awe-inspiring thing is the Ten-Tails God Tree. Its core green light suddenly expanded, pulsating like a heart. Countless streams of energy spread along the "trunk" and "roots" to its entire body, making it seem as if it had truly become a God Tree growing in the universe!
"Thrusters, 10% power!" the navigation command was issued.
The ten interstellar carriers began to move rapidly, initially at only ten times the speed of sound, but quickly accelerated, performing various complex maneuvers in the designated test space: sudden stops, turns, rolls, space jumps... Their agility was completely unlike that of such massive objects, as if they were truly ten living cosmic beasts playing and patrolling.
"My God... this is even more agile than we expected!" Sasori stared at the wildly fluctuating parameters on the data screen, his mechanical arm pounding excitedly on the control panel. "The rune fluid dynamics design combined with the instantaneous energy output of the Tailed Beast core is perfect!"
Finally, and most importantly—weapon system testing.
The test targets dozens of giant targets pre-positioned in the asteroid belt. These targets were also made of Rune Alloy Steel and reinforced with multiple layers of runic energy shields, and were placed on various asteroids.
"All ships, lock onto targets and open fire at will!" Tsubasa's voice carried a hint of menace.
" Shukaku, Sand Waterfall Star-Shattering Cannon, fire!" Shukaku's massive tail condensed into a dazzling yellow light, and a thick beam of light mixed with countless energy grains shot out, instantly blasting the distant target and the surrounding asteroids into cosmic dust.
" Matatabi, Netherfire Ray!" Two eerie blue beams shot out from the cat's eyes, hitting the target precisely. There was no violent explosion, but the target rapidly melted and evaporated under the continuous illumination of the blue light!
" Isobu, Teppōdama!" A deep blue energy sphere, condensed to its extreme, roared out and, upon hitting its target, generated a shockwave comparable to a small nuclear explosion, shattering several nearby asteroids.
" Goku, Lava Release: Volcanic Strike!" Countless streams of crimson lava energy erupted from all parts of the ship, like a volcanic eruption, covering a large area and burning and melting all targets within its range.
" Kokuō, Super Boil Release Charge!" The entire ship was enveloped in high-pressure steam-like energy, transforming into a white streak of light that crashed directly into a giant target, shattering it into pieces. Yet, thanks to its powerful kinetic energy cushioning and biomimetic structure, the ship remained unscathed.
" Saiken, Acidic Mist Spray!" A large area of pale purple mist enveloped a group of targets, and their shields and armor were corroded and disintegrated at a visible speed within the mist.
" Chōmei, Scale Powder Stealth Explosive Missiles!" Countless small missiles, shimmering with phosphorescence, were launched from under its wings. They possessed stealth capabilities, silently approaching the target before suddenly bursting into intense flashes and violent explosions, combining interference and lethality.
" Gyuki, Lightning Release: Tentacle Storm!" Eight mechanical tentacles danced wildly, each releasing dense beams of Lightning Release, forming a covering field of electricity that simultaneously pierced and tore through multiple targets.
" Kurama- Tailed Beast Bomb - Rapid Fire!" The main gun at the bow and the secondary guns at the ends of the nine tails lit up simultaneously, and highly compressed, black and red energy balls were fired like a machine gun. Each ball contained destructive power, exploding into brilliant and deadly flames in the test airspace, like a grand fireworks display, except that these fireworks represented extreme destruction.
Finally, all eyes turned to the most magnificent flagship.
" Ten-Tails God Tree, Spatial Shock Wave, launch!"
The core of the God Tree suddenly lit up, and an invisible, space-distorting wave spread forward in a fan shape from its center. Wherever the wave passed, all remaining targets, regardless of size or shield strength, were violently distorted and vibrated, like the reflection of a stone thrown into water, before silently disintegrating into the most basic particles, leaving not a trace behind. At the same time, the spatial parameters of that area of airspace experienced a brief period of disorder, and even the light was strangely bent.
Silence reigned on the command platform.
Everyone was speechless, stunned by the power of this ultimate weapon. It had transcended the realm of conventional weapons, involving power at the level of rules. Even Domain Level super-strong individual would only perish if struck head-on.
"It's... it's a success!" Someone shouted first, breaking the silence.
The next moment, deafening cheers resounded throughout the command platform and were transmitted to every interstellar carrier and every Solar System base through the communication network! People embraced and wept, high-fiving and celebrating. Decades of hard work and sweat had finally transformed into this super steel behemoth, capable of protecting their home and conquering the stars!
Looking out the observation window at the ten powerful, god-like Tailed Beast starships, Tsubasa's eyes flashed with incredibly complex emotions. There was excitement, pride, a heavy sense of responsibility, and a touch of trepidation. Even he himself couldn't withstand a direct attack from these behemoths; this was the power of science.
He connected the fleet's broadcast system, and his voice, amplified, resonated across every starship and every corner of Yan Nation.
"Fellow Shinobi World! Warriors of Yan Nation!"
"Today, we have witnessed history! These ten interstellar carriers, named after the Tailed Beast, are not only the culmination of our technology, but also an extension of our ' Will of Fire ' under the stars! They carry our yearning for peace, our pursuit of freedom, and our boundless hope for the Mirai!"
"Compared to the Ōtsutsuki Clan of the universe, we were once very weak, once mere wild stars that the Ōtsutsuki Clan could easily wipe out. We struggled and grew amidst the flames of war, and once looked up at the starry sky with fear. But today, we have stood up! With the wisdom of all of us, our sweat, and our unity, we have forged our own sharp sword and strong shield!"
"The threat of the Ōtsutsuki Clan still exists, and the depths of the universe remain full of unknowns. But we are no longer afraid! Because from this day forward, we not only have partners to fight alongside us, but also vehicles to traverse the stars, and the power to protect this land beneath our feet and the starry sky above us!"
"I hereby declare the Tailed Beast Interstellar Carrier Space Fleet officially established!"
Our journey is to the Xingchen and the sea!
"For the Shinobi World! For the Yan Nation! For our shared Mirai!"
"Set sail--"
Amidst Tsubasa's rousing declaration, the main thrusters of the ten Tailed Beast Starships simultaneously unleashed unprecedentedly dazzling streams of light, like ten sharp arrows piercing the darkness of the universe. Adjusting their course, they began their first cruise exploration within the Solar System, heading towards their respective designated areas.
The starry sea unfolded before them. A magnificent cosmic era, belonging to the Shinobi World and the Yan Nation, had officially begun.