This important star region on the outer edge of the Shinobi World star system is filled with various asteroids, comets, and icy dwarf planets, forming a natural barrier for the Solar System. When the Shinobi World army arrived here, they immediately began constructing defensive lines.
The command center is located on a giant mobile fortress called " Dubhe," which is comparable in size to a small satellite. Inside, there are not only command centers, intelligence analysis rooms, and weapons control centers, but also barracks, large training grounds, and medical pods that can accommodate tens of millions of soldiers. Core decision-makers such as Tsubasa, Flame Emperor Tenbutsu, Shikamaru Nara are stationed in the " Dubhe " fortress to oversee the overall situation.
" Shikamaru, how's the construction of the defense line going?" Tsubasa asked, standing in front of the huge porthole in the command center, looking at the busy engineering troops outside.
Shikamaru Nara's fingertips swiped rapidly across the virtual screen, bringing up a series of data. "Reporting to Your Majesty, the main framework of the defense line is now largely complete. We have constructed three interconnected defensive positions using three dwarf planets in the outer planetary belt as fulcrums. The first line of defense consists of the Senju Clan's Wood Release fortress and the standing army of the Administrative Star, primarily responsible for vigilance and initial interception; the second line of defense, guarded by elite troops from various powerful clans and Immortal King Level experts, is the core of the defense line; the third line of defense consists of the engineering troops of the Resource Star and the standing army of the Immigration Star, responsible for logistical support and treating the wounded."
He paused, then continued, "Furthermore, the Hyuga Clan's reconnaissance legion has been deployed to an area several light-years ahead of the defensive line. Their Byakugan can monitor the movement of the insect swarm in real time. The Uzumaki Clan's sealing legion has also laid out countless giant sealing arrays between the three lines of defense. Once the insect swarm breaks through the first line of defense, the sealing arrays can be activated to trap enemies below the Saint Level."
Tsubasa nodded, his gaze drifting out the window. The Senju Clan members were rapidly cultivating Wood Release and Earth Release. Towering ancient trees and defensive earthen walls rose from the frozen asteroid, quickly growing and intertwining to form massive fortresses. These fortresses reached heights of tens of thousands of meters, their walls resembling mountain ranges, their branches covered in sharp thorns, and their trunks hollowed out to serve as firing positions and barracks. The surfaces of the Wood Release and Earth Release fortresses were further covered with armor made of Chakra Metal, enhancing their defensive capabilities.
The engineering forces of the administrative planet are rapidly constructing defensive fortifications using asteroid resources in the Kuiper Belt. They are using large energy drills to hollow out asteroids, transforming them into underground fortresses; and installing giant Chakra cannons and energy shield generators on the asteroids' surfaces.
The elite forces of the various powerful clans have already occupied the second line of defense. Fighter squadrons from each clan patrol around the positions, their blue engine flames drawing graceful arcs across the starry sky; the Lightning Release experts of the Yotsuki Clan infuse runic lightning into the defensive fortifications, covering the entire position with a layer of lightning shield; the members of the Sandstorm Clan manipulate the sandstorms, ready to disrupt the Insect Race ' vision and perception at any time.
The Immortal King Level powerhouses were scattered across various positions, their auras acting like Sea God, stabilizing the morale of the entire defensive line. The Flame Emperor Tenbutsu sat atop a fortress, eyes closed in meditation, his Immortal Power flowing slowly, forming a massive fire shield that enveloped the entire fortress. Neji Hyuga's Byakugan remained constantly active, his gaze piercing the distant starry sky, monitoring the every move of the insect swarm. Uzumaki Murasaki led her clansmen, continuously reinforcing the sealing array and testing various energies to ensure the sealing array could function at its maximum potential in critical moments.
Logistics supply lines are also being rapidly established. The transport fleets of the resource planets are continuously delivering weapons, ammunition, energy crystals, and medical supplies to the defense lines; the Medical Department of the colonies have established a large field hospital at the third line of defense, equipped with the most advanced medical equipment and healing ninjas, capable of quickly treating wounded soldiers.
Just as the defensive line was about to be fully formed, the Hyuga Clan's reconnaissance corps sent in urgent intelligence.
"Holy Lord! Lord Flame Emperor! Strategist Shikamaru!" Seikan Hyuga's figure appeared on the virtual screen of the command center, her expression grave. "The main force of the insect swarm has entered our monitoring range, and it's still ten days' distance from the first line of defense! According to reconnaissance, this insect swarm is massive in scale and countless in number, including a large number of high-level Insect Race, and many suspected to be ' Saint Level Insect Kings'!"
On the virtual screen, the image of the insect swarm detected by the Hyuga Clan immediately appeared. In the dark purple nebula, countless Insect Race gathered densely together, like a flowing black tide. These Insect Race had various shapes and forms; some were like giant mantises, waving sharp forelimbs; some were like giant spiders, spitting out sticky spider silk; some were like moths, their wings covered with highly poisonous powder; and some were like lizards, able to spray highly corrosive acid from their mouths.
In the heart of the insect swarm, three thousand colossal creatures, far exceeding the size of other Insect Race, were particularly eye-catching. They stood hundreds of thousands of meters tall, their bodies covered in hard shells studded with menacing bone spikes, shrouded in black negative energy, and radiating a suffocating pressure.
" Saint Level male insect?" Flame Emperor Tenbutsu opened his eyes, a fierce fighting spirit flashing within them. "It seems this battle won't be easy."
Shikamaru Nara frowned deeply, his fingertips rapidly analyzing the battle situation. "With the strength of Saint Level insect, our defenses will be under immense pressure. Especially the first line of defense, which mainly consists of ordinary ninjas and Wood Release fortresses, it will likely be difficult to withstand the first wave of the insect swarm."
Tenbutsu's gaze was sharp. He said in a deep voice, "The mission of the first line of defense is not to crush the insect swarm, but to buy time and then use firepower to wear down their manpower. The fortress is well-defended, and with the cooperation of the army, it should be able to hold out for a while."
He paused, then continued, "Pass on my orders: have the elite troops of the powerful clans at the second line of defense prepare for a counterattack the moment the first line of defense breaks out. Divide the Immortal King Level experts into groups of three to contain the Insect Race Kings. If any Saint Level Insect Race appear, be prepared to open the Celestial Star Gate Formation and perish together with them. We must not allow them to approach the core defense line. The Uzumaki Clan's sealing formation is ready to be activated at any time to trap any high-ranking Insect Race that escape."
"In addition, have the Azure Dragon Corps, White Tiger Corps, Vermilion Bird Corps, Black Tortoise Corps, and Kirin Corps form various mobile forces to patrol around the defensive line, look for weak points in the insect swarm, and launch surprise attacks and harassment to disrupt their offensive rhythm."
"Yes, sir!"
Orders were quickly relayed, and the entire defensive line immediately went into high alert. Soldiers returned to their posts, checked their weapons and equipment, and adjusted their readiness; the energy shields of the fortifications were fully activated, and giant rune cannons were aimed at the direction of the approaching insect swarm; countless firing ports on the fortress were opened, and ninjas, armed with rune guns, stood ready for battle.
Ten days passed quietly amidst the intense preparations.
As the vanguard of the insect swarm appeared in the line of sight of the first line of defense, a piercing alarm instantly blared across the planet's defense zone.
"The first wave of insects is approaching! We're still a million miles from the first line of defense!"
"Attention all units! Prepare for battle!"
Inside the command center, everyone's eyes were focused on the virtual screen. The dark purple swarm of insects, like a giant black curtain, was rapidly approaching the defensive line. They moved at an extremely fast speed, smashing asteroids and swallowing comets in their wake, leaving behind a scene of devastation.
"First line of defense, fire!" Shikamaru Nara's voice carried a chilling resolve.
As soon as the order was given, all weapons on the first line of defense opened fire simultaneously.
The colossal runic nuclear cannon roared deafeningly, unleashing beams of golden energy that pierced the starry sky like swords, hurtling towards the vanguard of the insect swarm. The energy beams struck the Insect Race bodies, instantly unleashing massive explosions that pulverized entire swarms of Insect Race.
From the firing ports of the planetary fortress, countless rune guns spewed forth tongues of fire, and dense Chakra bullets formed barrages that covered the vanguard of the insect swarm. Smaller Insect Race fell one after another in the barrage, but more Insect Race, stepping over the corpses of their comrades, continued to charge towards the defensive line.
The Senju Clan members continuously activated Wood Release and Earth Release Ninjutsu, and huge defensive walls and vines stretched out from the fortress, lashing at the Insect Race like whips; wooden cages appeared out of thin air, trapping the Insect Race charging in front; some Senju Clan even transformed into giant tree-men, wielding huge wooden axes, and rushed into the insect swarm to engage in close combat with the Insect Race.
Elite troops from each legion, piloting mechs, engaged the Zerg in Insect Race across space. The mechs' giant swords relentlessly slashed at approaching Insect Race; particle cannons and laser cannons precisely struck the Insect Race's vitals. Although these ordinary ninjas were not highly skilled, the mechs enhanced their combat prowess, making them formidable fighters.
However, the number of Insect Race was simply too great. The trillion-level swarm, like an endless black tide, relentlessly assaulted the first line of defense. While the power of the giant nuclear cannons was immense, their long cooldown time prevented them from providing sustained suppression; the barrage of rune guns was like a drop in the ocean against the swarm; and although the defensive fortresses were sturdy, they were constantly being breached under the Insect Race's relentless attacks.
Some of the larger Insect Race, with their hard exoskeletons, forcefully broke through the barrage and crashed into the Rune Fortress's armor. The immense impact caused the fortress to shake violently, and cracks appeared in its armor. The Insect Race's forelimbs, like sharp knives, continuously cut through the armor, attempting to tear open the fortress's defenses.
"Report! Fortress 3000 planet has been breached; the Insect Race have broken through the outer armor!"
"Report! The mech forces of Planet 17689 have suffered heavy losses and are requesting reinforcements!"
"Report! The underground fortress on planet 26934 has been breached by the Insect Race, and the defending forces are engaged in urban warfare!"
Bad news kept coming from the various planetary defense lines, and the atmosphere in the command center became heavy.
Tenchu stood up, his body ablaze with fiery Chakra: "Holy Lord, let me lead this to reinforce the first line of defense! If this continues, the defensive line will soon be breached!"
Tsubasa shook his head and said in a deep voice, "No. You're meant to deal with the Insect King and the Holy Insects. This is just a regular insect swarm. We can't expose ourselves and commit our full strength too early. Let the mobile forces of each race hold the line first!"
He immediately ordered, " Enshin Uchiha, lead the Assault Corps to reinforce the defenses! The Ino-Shika-Cho Tactical Corps, launch a surprise attack on the insect swarm and disrupt their offensive rhythm!"
"Receive!"
Enshin Uchiha's voice carried a hint of excited battle intent. He led the Uchiha Clan, piloting countless " Falcon " high-speed fighter jets, charging towards the first line of defense like arrows released from a bow. The Uchiha Clan's Fire Release Ninjutsu, enhanced by technology, unleashed astonishing power. Huge Fire Dragon Bullet were launched from the fighter jets, exploding in the air and transforming into a sea of fire covering tens of thousands of kilometers. Within the sea of fire, countless Insect Race were incinerated, emitting mournful howls.
The tactical legions of the Ino-Shika-Cho Clans also quickly sprang into action. The Nara Clan members used their wisdom to analyze the weak points on the flanks of the insect swarm; the Yamanaka Clan members used mind control Ninjutsu to interfere with the Insect Race's command; Akimichi Clan members used the Multi-Size Technique to transform into giants, charging into the insect swarm and crushing swarms of Insect Race with a single stomp.
The addition of the mobile forces temporarily relieved the pressure on the first line of defense. The mech units on each planetary defense line, supported by the Uchiha Assault Corps, reorganized an effective defense; the key points of the insect swarm were attacked, disrupting the offensive rhythm and slowing down the frontal assault.
But the Insect Race's resilience far exceeded everyone's expectations. Even after suffering huge losses, they did not retreat, but instead became even more frenzied. More and more high-level Insect Race broke through the mobile forces' interception and rushed towards the first line of defense.
A giant beetle, comparable in size to a small mountain, broke through the fortress's defenses and rushed into its interior. Its shell was incredibly hard; bullets from the rune gun could only leave white marks on it. Its forelimbs were as sharp as knives, easily cutting through wooden structures. Countless ninjas suffered heavy casualties under its attack.
"Damn Insect King!" Tobiken Senju roared, unleashing his Wood Release Chakra and transforming into a wooden figure ten thousand meters tall. Wielding a massive wooden axe, the wooden figure slashed down fiercely at the giant beetle.
"Boom!"
The giant axe collided with the beetle's shell, producing a deafening roar. The giant beetle was forced back by the immense force, and a crack appeared on its shell. But it immediately launched a counterattack, slashing at the wooden figure's legs with its sharp forelimbs.
"Snap!"
A huge gash was slashed across the wooden figure's leg, sending countless splinters of wood flying. Tobiken Senju groaned, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth.
Just then, a golden blade of light streaked from afar, striking the giant beetle precisely on the head. The beetle's head shell was instantly cleaved open, green fluid gushed out, and its massive body crashed to the ground.
Tobiken Senju looked up and saw Tsubasa's figure appear in the sky above the fortress.
"Holy One!"
Tsubasa nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping across the battlefield. " Hiken, hold the fortress. I'll deal with the other Saint Level Insect Race."
After speaking, his golden wings flapped, and his figure transformed into a golden streak of light, rushing towards every corner of the battlefield. Any high-level Insect Race that he targeted was doomed. The golden blades of light, like the scythe of Death God, continuously reaped the lives of the Saint Level Insect Race.
With the support of the Saint Venerable Tsubasa, the crisis at the first line of defense was temporarily averted. But everyone knew that this was only the beginning. The main force of the insect swarm had not yet fully launched its attack; and the three thousand formidable Saint Level Insect Kings had not yet made their move.
Tsubasa returned to the " Dubhe " fortress, his expression grave. "The insect swarm is stronger than we anticipated. The first line of defense has already suffered heavy damage and will likely struggle to hold out for long. Shikamaru, immediately adjust the deployment and have the troops at the second line of defense prepare to take over."
Shikamaru Nara nodded and quickly said, "I have already ordered the elite troops of the major clans to converge on the first line of defense. Once the first line of defense is breached, they will immediately take over. In addition, I have already instructed the Uzumaki Clan to prepare to activate the sealing array and attempt to trap the Domain Level Insect King once it appears."
Tsubasa took a deep breath and turned his gaze back to the battlefield outside the window. In the starry sky, cannon fire raged and explosions rose and fell. Golden energy beams, red Fire Release Ninjutsu, green Insect Race fluids, and blue mecha engine flames intertwined to create a tragic yet magnificent scene.
"Soldiers, hold on!" Tsubasa shouted through the communicator, "For the sake of our Shinobi World home, for the Mirai of our children, we must defend this Star Domain Great Wall!"
In the heart of the insect swarm, three thousand Saint Level Insect Kings sensed the threat posed by the Saint Venerable Tsubasa, and a chilling killing intent flashed in their compound eyes. One of the Saint Level Mother Insect One let out a sharp roar, and the black negative energy around her surged. Immediately afterward, the pace of the insect swarm's attack accelerated once again.
An even more brutal battle is about to erupt.