Click click click--
The sound of mechanical components unfolding instantly drowned out the friction of carbon particles in the Ashes.
Along the walls and corners, hundreds of turrets suddenly unfolded their bases, the triple-mounted large-caliber gun barrels exuding ferocity. Most of the gunpowder turrets had been replaced with electromagnetic kinetic energy turrets, and ten more laser turrets had been added, making them even more penetrating. [High Energy Mastery] had given Han Xiao access to energy weapon technology.
thump thump thump--
The gun emplacement roared, the large-caliber cannons firing with a deep, resonant sound, accompanied by the metallic vibrations and hum of the barrels.
Thirty or forty black panther-type mechanical beasts pounced out, their shoulder-mounted rapid-fire cannons firing incessantly. Meanwhile, on the ceiling, gleaming mechanical spiders crawled along the walls, rustling softly. In addition to the Black Panther Mechanical Beast, Han Xiao also created smaller mechanical beasts, namely the mechanical insect series, including spiders, centipedes, scorpions, mechanical dragonflies, bees, and so on.
With just one blueprint of a mechanical spider, he can apply the same principles to create blueprints for different insect-like machines.
Phillip gave the order, and all the machines charged toward the Ashes.
The pervasive black cloud of carbon particles suddenly contracted, transforming into a sphere that completely enveloped the Ashes. The outer layer transformed into diamond, and a dense barrage of bullets pelted it, shattering the diamond layer by layer. However, the shattered parts transformed back into particles, filling the gaps once more, making the shield almost inexhaustible.
Upon seeing this, Han Xiao's face twitched. "This is the Shield of Sand? This is outrageous!"
At that moment, the indifferent voice of Ashes emanated from within the diamond sphere, "Even if you laid a trap beforehand, even if you are immune to my carbon element deconstruction, before my current abilities, your fate can only be... utter defeat!"
Boom!!
The next moment, the front of the diamond sphere suddenly turned into a surging black wave, crashing down like a tidal wave. More than a dozen mechanical beasts were swept into it and turned into a pile of scrap metal in the blink of an eye. They not only showed signs of being crushed, but also signs of being frantically cut.
'This power is a bit strange; it can destroy a mechanical beast's armor in an instant?'
The thought flashed by in an instant. Han Xiao had no time to observe. He slammed his palms together, and a compressed ball from each of the bracelets on his left and right hands unfolded, transforming into thirty-two platinum-gold floating shuttles. These shuttles arranged themselves in a circle and hovered behind Han Xiao. A laser beam shot out from the tip of each shuttle, with four beams converging at a single point, forming eight points of light in front of Han Xiao.
Immediately afterwards, a reaction occurred between the light spots, and a line connected the eight light spots to form a halo. The central part of the halo appeared as if it had been painted with a paintbrush, revealing a mirror-like golden energy shield!
The surging black tide crashed against the golden shield like waves hitting rocks, turning into black water that parted to the sides. Under Ashes's control, the black tide that had slid away surged back from behind Han Xiao.
At the same time, the arrangement of the floating shuttles changed, and the eight light points were arranged in a three-dimensional manner, forming a shield in front, behind, to the left, right and above Han Xiao, constructing a trapezoid. The black tide attacked repeatedly, like the ebb and flow of the tide. The trapezoidal energy shield was struck and sparked with electricity, but remained unmoved.
"Floating Shuttle Suit, Halo Array!"
[High Energy Mastery] is a core knowledge of the Mechanic Class. Han Xiao has created a lot of good things during this period. This [Halo Array] is like an enhanced version of the Sonic Attack Sphere, combining offense and defense.
Han Xiao squinted as he observed the black tide, and immediately discovered the reason for its strange power.
The black tide is only the surface form; in the subtle details, some carbon elements transform into diamond fragments, which rotate at high speed in different directions, like the mouth of a worm covered with sharp teeth, or like a rotary saw, possessing extremely strong cutting power.
This vast black tide contains at least hundreds of "diamond wheel saws," like an undercurrent that is difficult to spot without careful observation. No wonder the mechanical beast was destroyed in an instant.
This means that if a cloud of carbon microparticles were to envelop a building, it could be sliced into a pile of fragments in seconds, with a destructive power far exceeding its surface form, much like a swarm of gold-eating ants that can turn an elephant into a skeleton in an instant.
Although he was quite fleshy, he didn't want to test such power on his delicate body.
"As expected of Calamity Grade being, he couldn't have done such subtle and conflicting maneuvers before. His control over his abilities has improved significantly. I need to be more careful," Han Xiao thought to himself.
With that, he activated the Void Dragon Mechanical Suit and charged towards Ashes. Mid-range combat was difficult to break through Ashes's defenses; only close-range combat offered a chance.
Aroshia transformed into a streak of light and entered the Ashes diamond sphere. These particles could only cause ripples in her energy body, unable to form an effective attack. After Energy Transformation, she had an extremely high chance of immunity to physical damage.
Buzz!
The light from the energy explosion shone through the diamond sphere.
Ashes was hit by Aroshia's blast and had to retreat. He dismantled the diamond sphere and turned it into a flat shield to ensure a clear field of vision. This energy life form was not affected by most physical damage, which made him somewhat uncomfortable.
Countless bullets sparked against the diamond shield, clanging and Ashes. Ash glanced at it, waved his hand, and the black cloud suddenly dispersed, no longer able to condense, turning into a sky full of black sand. Carbon particles drilled into the mechanical gaps, damaging the internal circuitry.
Sizzle—smack!
The electric sparks exploded simultaneously, instantly paralyzing a large number of machines.
"The battle is over," Ashes sneered.
Once these machines are destroyed, the mechanic is like a tiger with its teeth pulled out.
Black Star countered his superpowers, and he countered Black Star in the same way.
However, when Ashes looked up, he found that Han Xiao did not stop walking at all, seemingly unmoved.
Han Xiao strode up to Ashes, and a complex melee machine unfolded in his palm. It was very heavy, almost two meters long, like a giant sword with a handguard, but it had a high-tech feel. Its design was not that of an ancient cold weapon, but more like a gun with a cannon barrel. This was a weapon of the same type, called the [High-Frequency Slash Cannon], a multi-functional mechanical melee weapon.
The new weapon replaced the outdated electromagnetic scythe.
The blade is embedded in an armored mechanical structure. The blade vibrates at a very low frequency with an imperceptible amplitude, which brings extremely strong cutting force. There are two rows of perforated muzzles next to the blade. Every time a slash hits a target, these perforations will spray gunpowder and explode. It can also cause thermal explosion and electromagnetic overclocking inside, entering a super-powerful second form, just like "weapon liberation".
Sparks fly and lightning flashes; violent yet cool.
Bang bang bang!!
With Dao Dao, Ashes erupted. Ash continuously manipulated his diamond shield to defend, his brow furrowing slightly. Close combat wasn't his forte. He withdrew the micro-particles that swirled around him, intending to use the same tactic to destroy Han Xiao's mecha again. However, several Sonic Attack Sphere that followed Han Xiao's movements thwarted his plan.
The sound waves were released towards Han Xiao, forming a sonic shield on his body. Carbon particles that got close were deflected and could not adhere to the mecha's surface at all.
The three of them rolled around and fought. Ashes's expression was no longer as relaxed as before. Han Xiao was proving to be a bit difficult for him. It seemed that he wasn't the only one who had improved. He had originally thought he could quickly deal with Black Star, but now he was being held up.
In Ashes's initial plan, only Nagokin was troublesome, but now he discovered that Black Star was also difficult to deal with. However, Ashes believed this was a good opportunity!
It's always better to discover this in advance than to be caught off guard during a chaotic battle.
The enemy split into two groups, and Black Star risked his life to hold them off. With few help around him, this was the perfect opportunity to eliminate a powerful foe.
Thinking of this, Ashes's eyes changed.
He had originally intended to meet up with Anur as soon as possible, but now he didn't mind spending a little more time eliminating any potential threats.
Just then, Han Xiao, who was in the midst of the fierce battle, let out a light laugh.
"Ah, good eyesight. I sense an even stronger killing intent. Looks like you want to waste more time with me."
"I don't think this is a waste of time," Ashes said coldly. "Most of your machinery is disabled, and I'll be able to dismantle your mech sooner or later. What will you have left then?"
"What other tricks do you have up your sleeve?" Han Xiao chuckled twice, then his tone suddenly changed, becoming as thunderous as a roar, "Then experience it for yourself!"
Buzz--
Mechanical Force erupted, like a shockwave carrying electric light, sweeping across all the machinery.
The next moment, the paralyzed machine was restarted by the [Scrap Modification] equipment, and all weapons were ready to go!
War Mechanics are born for war!
The roar resumes!
Ashes was caught off guard and blasted away, covered in dust and dirt. He quickly used his powers to block subsequent attacks, though he was otherwise unharmed.
--But he was indeed injured!
Ashes suddenly looked up, a surge of anger churning in his eyes.
The pain awakened his body's memories of Han Xiao.
The humiliation that had been gradually fading from memory suddenly resurfaced in that instant!