The Mechanic Class is known for its versatile tactics. Just as Saint Fighter are not defeated by the same move, the Mechanic Class will not be limited to a single combat style. To develop new combat styles, it is necessary to revolve around a core mechanical unit. For example, the core of the stealth Sniping style is the Sniping rifle, combined with Electromagnetic Hover Boots, special ammunition, stealth abilities, and so on.
For the Mechanic Class, creating a new combat mode from scratch is both difficult and very fun. Continuously refining ideas by manufacturing various machines and finally completing them gives a sense of fulfillment, similar to the experience of a management game.
"I have several options: Ranger, folding turrets, and custom-designed mechs. However, Ranger lack the attributes and intelligence to stand alone, are bulky and cannot be carried around, and have limited models. Even if we force them into a robot army, the effect wouldn't be good, and they're ridiculously expensive. As for turrets... although the name includes 'folding,' the base disc is also quite large. I don't have the Second-Speed Assembly, and I can't create a barrage of fire. They can only be used as traps for ambushes..."
"And there's also self-created mecha..." Han Xiao's eyes flashed. He had many blueprints that could be used for armor, such as the K600 Endoskeleton, smart chips, exoskeleton limbs, electromagnetic levitation power shoes, basic Energy Storage blocks, and various modular components. Moreover, he had learned all the Basic Knowledge, including bionics, mechanical dynamics, assembly, energy science, etc., which met the requirements for self-created armor.
The idea is indeed good, but there are some practical problems that will arise. For example, to wear a mech, you first need a support vehicle to repair malfunctions and refuel; otherwise, the ability to sustain combat will be very poor, just like the problems most men encounter...
Moreover, he didn't want to run around in a metal can; he preferred to be able to fly. He did create a jetpack, but it was still in the testing phase. When activated, the backpack went out, but he didn't. If the backpack was strapped in tightly, he could experience what it felt like to ride a Ferris wheel at 100 times the speed. Han Xiao felt he wouldn't want to try it a second time, so apart from small drones, his other machines were not yet capable of flight.
Medium and large mechs require Advanced Knowledge [Heavy Machinery Modification], and he can only make light mechs. The nanosuit is a classic, but it also requires Advanced Knowledge [Miniature Machinery Modification]. Master Han suddenly had a flash of inspiration and had a new idea.
"I almost fell into a trap. Actually, I don't need to make armor the core of my tactics. I can start with auxiliary light armor, without firepower, just to improve my personal skills..." He had an idea. Auxiliary light armor seemed like a good idea. He remembered many mechs that he had used or seen before. He should be able to make one by copying them.
As for robots and turrets, forget about them. They're inconvenient to carry around. You can't take a truck everywhere you go. Even if you want to airdrop support, you first need a transport plane, not to mention the fuel costs... You know that national airspace is a no-fly zone, right? Even if the Farian Group has a flight permit, it has to follow the flight path and can't fly randomly. It doesn't matter in the wilderness, but there are no stable supply stations in the wilderness, so it's hard to carry out airdrops effectively.
As night faded, the sky burst forth with the brilliant rays of dawn, turning the darkness into a greyish-blue hue that gradually transitioned towards brightness.
Han Xiao twisted his neck, his cervical vertebrae cracking. A surge of new power coursed through his body, filling him with stamina and energy. He felt as if he could punch a hole in the sky... Of course, this was an illusion caused by the sudden increase in power. His senses were also sharper after becoming stronger. Han Xiao felt that his eyesight, hearing, and sense of smell had all improved. He could see the rough texture of a tree in the distance.
Han Xiao boarded the helicopter and instructed the waiting pilot to take off.
Traveling by helicopter from the Dark Net, with several refueling stops along the way, we arrived at another starting village in the Southern Continent, a settlement of wanderers, called Green Valley Town.
There are a total of nineteen starting locations on Planet Aquamarine: five in the Southern Continent, four in the Western Continent, four in the North Continent, and six on the Andia Continent.
Green Valley Town, a settlement controlled by a wandering warlord, is one of the territories of the Ofmera Family.
The Overmela a renowned rogue warlord force, family-run and headquartered in the North Continent. They are partners of Terilous and also have territories in the Southern Continent. Their leader is Delo Overmela, and all those bearing this surname are his direct relatives. The other leaders are recruited strongmen, such as the second leader, Xiao Jin, and the third leader Saqi. It is a force composed of people from various fallen kingdoms of the old era, representing a diverse range of races.
Warlord factions have various names for themselves, such as "family," "group," "conglomerate," and "general." Originally, these names were meant to help wanderers band together to avoid being bullied. Later, as their power grew, they became warlords who controlled armed forces and wielded considerable influence in the wilderness. Many wanderers would seek refuge in their territories, since the wilderness of Planet Aquamarine was not safe.
What he needs to do now is continue to find players to gain experience for job advancement. Time is precious in the early stages, so he doesn't rest after finishing a battle and goes straight to the starting village to find players.
There are three scenarios for where players log off, log back in, and respawn. The first is "on the same spot" respawn. This needs some explanation: if you log off while in a moving vehicle, you will respawn on that vehicle, not in your original location. For example, if you're traveling in space, it would be very inconvenient if you logged back in outside your spaceship.
The second option is to revive in the nearest city. This only applies to revival and not to logging in or out. In other words, you get a free chance to return to the city after dying. This is optional.
The third option is to bind to a specific resurrection point, which requires certain special conditions, such as faction affiliation, special items, or the approval of NPCs. For example, if you join a secret faction, you can choose to bind to that faction's stronghold as your resurrection point, while other players cannot.
After the Frenzied Sword went online with the Book Helicopter, Han Xiao left a phone for contact and asked the pilot to wait. Then he trekked through the mountains and forests to Green Valley Town.
Two hours later, the outline of Green Valley Town appeared in the distance. It was located on a plain in the forest, with fortifications and barbed wire. Rogues with guns patrolled everywhere. Just as Han Xiao had guessed, the players were all camped on the outskirts of the settlement, just like in Big Horn Mountain.
Han Xiao made no attempt to hide, and the lookout in Green Valley Town spotted him from afar, immediately reporting to Bashas, Green Valley Town's leader.
Bashas was a bald black man, not tall or strong, but rather short and thin, with a pair of triangular eyes that looked very sinister. Hearing the lookout describe Han Xiao's appearance, he was slightly startled, "Sounds a bit like Black Phantom."
Bashas took out his computer, pulled up the bounty photo of Black Phantom, and after receiving confirmation from the lookout, his expression shifted between anger and uncertainty. "I heard he just got involved in the Battle of the Taidamila River a few days ago. What's he doing here? I have no connection with him."
The name of Black Phantom made Bashas somewhat wary. Although Green Valley Town had a considerable armed force, he couldn't feel safe. Bashas pondered, "Should we contact him and ascertain his intentions?"
Overmela and Black Phantom had no connection, and Bashas felt he wouldn't have any conflict with Black Phantom, plus no one on the Dark Net had a bounty on him. Composing himself, he called over an assistant, gave him a few instructions, and asked the assistant to contact Black Phantom in his place. He dared not meet Black Phantom in person.
After his assistant walked out the door and headed towards the Black Phantom, Bashas came to the door and cautiously observed through the iron fence.
But Bashas soon saw a scene that surprised him: the group of refugees temporarily staying outside the settlement were extremely excited about the arrival of the Black Phantom and surrounded him.
Bashas was quite surprised; why did all these refugees recognize Black Phantom?
There are fewer players in Green Valley Town than in Big Horn Mountain.
As soon as Han Xiao arrived at the player camp, he was greeted with a warm welcome. Players swarmed around him, creating a huge crowd that made it impossible for him to move.
The incident at Big Horn Mountain a while ago spread throughout the player community of Planet Aquamarine via the forum. Other newbie villages envied Big Horn Mountain for being able to change jobs. Now, seeing Black Phantom unexpectedly appear here, the newbie players in Green Valley Town were very excited.
"The Black Phantom is here!"
"Our luck is about to change!"
The players were thrilled.
A player with the ID "Meat Bun Hits Dog" was more excited than the others. He was a well-known game video creator whose "XX (game name) Adventure Diary" series had many die-hard fans and was known for its humorous style and in-depth storytelling.