Chapter 1418: Turning point on the battlefield!
The battle in the Luoyang 11 star system was due to the destruction of three soul altars.
In an instant, everything changed dramatically.
Firstly, the Hells Angels Ace Fleet, the Imperial Guard Fleet, and the T6 Rakshasa Hades-class Star Dreadnoughts had inflicted heavy casualties on the enemy in a short period of time.
This transformed what was originally a three-dimensional circular battlefield into a 'concave' battlefield layout.
If the Dragon Legion fleet and the Holy Elf Legion fleet still had the capability, they could have taken this opportunity to split the enemy's battlefield in two in the Luoyang 11 star system.
Unfortunately, the mission to destroy the three Soul Altars was accomplished.
The Dragon Legion fleet and the Holy Elf Legion fleet have already squeezed out most of their remaining combat power.
Even the T6 Rakshasa [N O V E L I G H T] Hades-class interstellar dreadnought has reached its limit and, due to insufficient core energy, has had to be relegated to a secondary role.
Currently, this battlefield formation can only be maintained.
Fortunately, the Devouring Civilization Invading Fleet was also caught off guard by the sudden surprise attack and successful offensive of the Dragon Legion.
They were somewhat at a loss and had no battle plan in the short term.
Even the intensity of their attack has returned to its previous level.
The development of the battlefield situation has exceeded their expectations.
They were left unsure of what to do for the time being.
Dragon Emperor Star Command Ship - Bridge
"The mission has been successfully completed." Charlotte's holographic image appeared in front of Zhao Chen, reporting the results of the operation.
Zhao Chen nodded in satisfaction: "I saw it all, you did a great job!"
Charlotte didn't dwell on the outcome of the mission, but instead said seriously, "The situation on the battlefield of Luoyang System 11 has changed dramatically."
The enemy's three spirit altars were destroyed.
The original, cohesive Black Legion fleet numbered less than ten thousand ships and posed no real threat.
The invading fleet that devoured civilization, thanks to our multi-faceted cooperation in this round, inflicted enormous losses on the enemy.
Not only in our main attack area, but also in other local battles where we launched feint attacks, we achieved an astonishing score of 20 to 1!
It set a new record for the highest number of enemy casualties in a single hour.
In a single hour, more than 200,000 enemy interstellar warships were destroyed, and in total, nearly 500,000 enemy interstellar warships were destroyed in this offensive phase.
Although we also suffered casualties of nearly 30,000 interstellar warships.
However, the situation on the battlefield has turned from dangerous to safe.
The Hells Angels Ace Fleet Group has also entered the resupply phase. According to Marshal Bai Xue's report, the Hells Angels Ace Fleet Group has chosen to go to Luoyang City for resupply.
Because the fleet is too large, resupplying here could easily lead to overcrowding of logistics supplies in the Luoyang 11 star system battlefield.
Therefore, the best option is to return to Luoyang.
There is a more robust and comprehensive logistical support environment there.
Zhao Chen nodded: "Let's go with the best option."
"According to our calculations, it will take at least twenty-four hours for the Hells Angels Ace Fleet to complete its logistical resupply," Charlotte said.
Zhao Chen nodded; this extended logistical support was exactly what he had anticipated.
After all, the supply capacity of nearly 40,000 interstellar missiles is terrifying.
If it weren't for the fact that the Xiaolong Empire had already established a standardized procedure for resupplying interstellar missile ships, greatly reducing time wastage, the situation would have been much different.
With the cooperation of T6-class interstellar transport ships and T6 interstellar supply ships, it would be more than just twenty-four hours.
It could take three to five times longer.
"Furthermore, based on the technical means provided by the Holy Elf Empire, we can indeed destroy those cosmic space channels established by the Devouring Civilization." Charlotte raised her hand and displayed a video window.
You can see a window that looks like a rotten starry sky, slowly recovering.
Zhao Chen watched this scene unfold.
The Holy Elf Empire also shared relevant information about the inter-universe travel capability used by the Devouring Civilization.
This is also a kind of black technology provided by order that devours civilizations, almost reaching the level of a seventh-level civilization.
It is possible to establish a spatial channel that exists for a short period of time, but the capacity of this spatial channel is small, resulting in multiple 'rotten windows'.
However, this kind of spatial passage has a drawback: it cannot be passed through by souls.
This is why the Dark Legion fleet under Order cannot use this method to invade the Dragon Empire universe, and needs to go to great lengths to have its other types of minions invade the Dragon Empire universe.
The Holy Elf Empire also provided means to destroy this spatial passage.
It's not difficult at all. As long as you have mastered the T5 level of space technology, you can solve it easily. The only requirement is to be close to the location of this space window.
In previous operations, the JF-17 fleet had approached some of these decaying windows and conducted some destructive experiments on them.
And the result is as we see now, it has been successfully achieved.
"If we can do it, that's fine. Let's not destroy everything for now."
"To avoid affecting our subsequent operational plans," Zhao Chen said, then looked at Charlotte.
Charlotte nodded knowingly.
"Although our battle plan has succeeded for now, thwarting the Devouring Civilization's attack plan this time."
However, the process of devouring civilizations can never be abandoned.
"We must be prepared for their next attack," Zhao Chen said.
Charlotte's expression was somewhat serious, and she said bluntly, "To tell you the truth."
Based on the current situation of our JF-17 Thunder Legion fleet.
If this kind of offensive continues, devouring civilizations in several more rounds, we simply won't be able to withstand it.
They could send another ten million, twenty million, or even thirty million interstellar warships to our battlefield.
And the exact number of soul altars is completely unknown.
And what about us?
We have now mobilized almost all of our armed forces, and the newly built interstellar warships are barely enough to sustain the consumption on the front lines.
Furthermore, it can draw upon a sufficient amount of combat power.
Furthermore, as we use interstellar missiles more frequently, our logistical support pressure will gradually increase.
As Lilith said before, if it were a high-intensity battle like this, we... wouldn't be able to hold out for long.
Once we lose our interstellar missiles, our trump card, our situation on the battlefield will quickly deteriorate into a rout!
Zhao Chen's expression was deep; he was naturally aware of all this.
There is an insurmountable chasm between the Dragon Empire and the Devouring Civilization.
If it weren't for the support of five Holy Elf fleets before this war, the Dragon Empire might be under even more pressure and the situation would be much worse.
After all, they are a terrifying force rumored to possess over 80 million interstellar warships.
So far, they have only been able to deploy less than half of their military combat strength.
Nevertheless, the Dragon Empire is now giving it its all.
Therefore, it is easy to imagine the precarious situation that the Xiaolong Empire is currently facing.
"Hopefully, our performance this time will make it clear to some people what they should be doing," Zhao Chen muttered.
Charlotte understood what Zhao Chen was talking about. This was something that her role as the Grand Marshal of the Empire couldn't change. All she could do was improve her performance on the battlefield.
"No matter what, the most important thing right now is to do our job well." Zhao Chen looked at Charlotte.
Charlotte nodded: "I understand."
"The piece we placed has already been moved; when is it time to move it?"
It's up to you.
"You can give orders at any time without my command." Zhao Chen granted Charlotte enormous authority.
Charlotte's head.
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Holy Elf Empire - High Council
Because the cosmic stargate connecting the Dragon Empire and the Holy Elf Empire has been completed.
So this time, the Flame Elf King simply returned to the Moon God Star in the Sacred Tree Galaxy of the Holy Elf Empire in person!
He personally stood in the council chamber of the High Council.
After playing a series of battlefield videos and data.
The Flame Elf King glanced around at the council members surrounding the High Council, then looked at the four Elf Kings sitting on the throne on the other side.
She said in a deep voice, "This was a battle that took place ten hours ago in the Luoyang 11 star system in the Xiaolong Empire universe."
The Devouring Civilization deployed nearly five million interstellar warships and three level-five soul altars in this small star system.
They launched their strongest offensive in history.
But even under this intensity of attack...
The supreme commander of the Dragon Empire and the Dragon Emperor personally arrived on the battlefield.
An inspiring combat operation was organized.
Relying on the firepower support of the interstellar missile ship fleet, the assault of the Imperial Guard fleet, and the cooperation of our Holy Elf 30th Legion fleet.
Ultimately, under the super bow cannon attack of the T6 Rakshasa Hades-class interstellar dreadnought, their three level-five soul altars were destroyed in one fell swoop!
As you all know, before this...
The soul altar that devours civilizations is their trump card, the death knell they toll for every interstellar civilization and universe they invade.
From beginning to end, no interstellar civilization's military force ever destroyed even a single soul altar.
No!
But now, the Dragon Empire has destroyed three in one fell swoop.
This is enough to demonstrate the combat capabilities of the Dragon Empire.
They are the best allies.
With their support, we can seize this opportunity to destroy the Devouring Civilization.
Look at this battle situation.
I don't understand what you're still hesitating about.
Must we wait until the invading fleet that devours civilizations invades our Holy Elf Empire before we regret it?
Ask yourselves honestly, if such a battlefield were to occur within the borders of our Holy Elf Empire...
Three soul altars, five million interstellar warships.
"How confident are we that we can withstand an attack of this magnitude that devours civilizations!" The Flame Elf Queen's voice grew louder as she gazed at everyone present.
But no one answered her question.
Because they knew very well that their Holy Elf Legion fleet simply couldn't do it.
They may be arrogant, but that doesn't mean they're actually stupid.
They also conducted various combat simulations in private.
Therefore, they were very clear about the power of devouring civilizations.
Perhaps it was because of their understanding of the Devouring Civilization that they unconsciously began to fear its existence, and they didn't even dare to do the most basic thing like drawing their swords!
This has led to the current situation that has left the Flame Elf King indignant.
"Now.
The Dragon Empire's fleet is still engaged in battle.
And next, barring any unforeseen circumstances, the enraged Devouring Civilization will send even more interstellar warships to invade the Dragon Empire.
It could be ten million ships, or it could be twenty million, or even thirty million.
The Dragon Empire is indeed powerful, but they have now reached their limit.
If we continue to stand idly by, or even withdraw our legion fleet when we reach those limits according to the terms you previously agreed upon.
That Dragon Empire will surely be destroyed!
"And the next target to devour civilizations will be us!" The Flame Elf King glared at everyone present.
He paused for a moment.
The Flame Elf King's somber voice rang out again: "If I were that Dragon Emperor, facing such a situation..."
What do you think I would do?
I will be angry.
I will hate.
I don't hate those who devour civilization.
Because they are the enemy.
I will hate you, I will hate the Holy Elf Empire, I will hate myself for having allied with a bunch of fools.
I will launch an attack on the Holy Elf Empire even when I know defeat is inevitable.
“They dare!” a high elf shouted.
"Since our homeland is bound to be destroyed, what is there to be afraid of!"
Or, you're gambling.
Then let me ask you, what if such a situation really occurs?
The Dragon Empire's fleet is aiming its cannons at us, and they're even going so far as to invade our Holy Elf Empire. What kind of situation will we face then?
Even if we eventually destroy them.
But what kind of casualties will the terrifying interstellar warships of the Dragon Empire inflict on us?
Hearing what the Flame Elf King said...
The high elves present seemed to see that scene before their eyes.
It has to be said that the JF-17 interstellar warships shown in the battlefield video just now really spurred them on.
The Xiaolong series of interstellar warships are extremely powerful.
The firepower of that Hell Angels ace fleet, in particular, seemed to ignite an entire universe.
And that T6 Rakshasa Hades-class interstellar dreadnought!
That single interstellar warship was no less powerful than an entire legion of fleets.
If this interstellar warship were to threaten the Holy Elf Empire, it would undoubtedly be a dagger that could be plunged into the Holy Elf Empire at any moment.
In addition, there are other formidable military forces within the Dragon Empire.
I don't ask for much.
"Allow me to now bring my legion fleet, along with five more Holy Elf legion fleets, to support the Dragon Empire's battlefield," the Flame Elf King demanded.
She didn't ask for much because she knew these people's temperaments very well.
The more demands they make, the more conflicted these people will become.
The battlefield of the Dragon Empire cannot afford to wait!