"Counterattack! All turrets, load up with scorching bullets! Prepare the cannons! Fire! "
Smoke filled the air. The middle-aged commander of the Shilius Empire, whose forehead was stained with blood, waved his saber with all his might.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
Orange-red cannon flames flickered.
The air trembled as the solid cannonballs, like locusts, splashed a huge splash around the steel warship in the distance.
However, even if the terrifying cannonballs won by quantity, the few that could hit the warship were like mosquito bites.
By the time the enemy warship retreated slightly, it was already completely out of the range of the cannons.
Only a limited number of rear-loading rifled cannons "imported" from the Tulip Union could still threaten the enemy.
They wanted to send out sail warships to drive them away, but … there was no wind!
The garrison troops on the shore, who were in charge of coastal defense, seemed to be able to hear the laughter on the warship, and their faces were all dark.
Indeed, the Shilius Empire, which was the world's strongest sea power ten years ago, was now equipped with a large number of outdated front-loading cannons. It was really a pity.
Of course, it was not that the Shilius did not want to change.
It was because in the past few decades, they had been rejecting industrialization for too long, causing them to seriously lag behind in metallurgy, warship design, weapon manufacturing, and so on.
Even the latching structure of the rear-loading rifled cannons could not guarantee a pass, let alone the [All Heavy Artillery Battleships], whose dominance had been recognized by various countries.
In the era of sail warships, the power of technology was not so obvious, and they could still make up for it with elite personnel. But now, ten years later, they could not even see the taillights of others.
Even now, the Shilius Empire still had three legendary warships, [Royal Alfonso], [Glorious Divine Grace], and [Gorse], as well as two titled Knight, [Supreme Knight] and [Steel Furnace].
However, the ruling power of the Empire's navy was much lower than when the world was first formed after the end of the war for supremacy.
It was even to the point where the Federation of Golden Palm blocked the door of this developed area.
In the bridge of the steel warship, a group of Golden Palm naval officers were all delighted.
"Hahaha, the Shilius Empire has such a day. We'll circle around the island. Today, our Falcon will block off Shilius's newly developed island.
Let's see how long the Imperium's largest airship supply point in the Shattered Sea of Stars can last. Will the exploration of the Shattered Star Sea come to a halt? "
The [Full Heavy Artillery Battleship] was the first to be sent to the sea by the Tulip Alliance.
It was one of the largest and most complex war weapon systems ever created by mankind, and it was also the only strategic weapon platform that had the means to attack from afar. Therefore, it had long been valued by various naval powers.
The International Democratic Alliance was no exception.
In the [International Democratic Alliance], who dreamed of letting the "light of democracy" shine on the world, the new generation of naval elites that gradually grew up also proposed their own naval strategic ideas.
The value of the navy was to control the ocean, seize and ensure the firm control of the sea. A strong navy could help the [International Democratic Alliance] to effectively control the ocean, and under this premise, make full use of the huge benefits it brought.
This was especially true for the "Shattered Star Sea" that was filled with gold. Whoever could control this bountiful sea would win the future of the material world.
Under the guidance of this ideology, seizing control of the sea was the fundamental purpose of naval strategy!
Therefore, the sea transportation lines all over the world were the lifeline of all the countries with sea power, including the Tulip Alliance.
Not only the military and naval power, but even the economic lifeline and the survival of the entire country were closely related to the safety and stability of the sea transportation lines.
Democratic countries did not dare to attack the [Monarch's Shield] monarchies located on the source continent.
However, destroying the transportation lines, sinking, injuring, or paralyzing the merchant ships of the [Monarch's Shield] countries, and harassing the naval bases and resource development bases on the sea was possible.
Of course, these were all hypothetical attack strategies that were still on paper, but they believed that with the advancement of democracy, this plan would be put into practice sooner or later.
However, due to the significant difference in the industrial base between the two countries.
The military and engineers of the [International Democratic Alliance] also made corresponding adjustments to their own battleship building plan.
Just like the fifth-grade and sixth-grade cruisers in the age of sail, in order to achieve the main strategic goal of "breaking diplomatic relations", they launched the [High Speed Cruiser] on the basis of the [Full Heavy Artillery Battleship].
It absorbed the characteristics of the [Calvary Heavy Artillery Cruiser], used relatively high speed and strong firepower, coupled with thin armor.
It achieved the effect of "those who can catch up to it can't beat it, and those who can beat it can't catch up to it" in a vain attempt to replicate the feat of the Tulip Alliance overthrowing Cirus.
Just like the [High Speed Cruiser – City Defense Level – Falcon].
The [Full Heavy Artillery Battleship – Fearless] speed was 24 knots, but the [High Speed Cruiser – City Defense Level] speed could already reach 26 knots.
[Battleship Data]: 138.1 meters x 14.7 meters x 4.7 meters; Displacement: 4,800 tons; Crew: 480 people.
[Armament]: Two single-barreled 152mm 50-caliber main guns (range: 12800 meters); 10 single-barreled 102mm 50-caliber secondary guns; 4 single-barreled 47mm rapid-fire cannons; 2 450mm torpedo tubes.
Today's operation was just a small test of the [Falcon].
The root cause was the God of Slumber, Cturte, and the Angel of Justice, Aihort, who couldn't swallow the grudge of their near-death experience. They had incited the Federation of Golden Palm to stir up trouble.
Since they didn't dare go directly to the Tulip Alliance, it was reasonable to pick a pushover.
"Heh heh, the God of Trickery and the Wilderness God, these two Demon Gods, have more research spirit than many demigods in the material world. This [High Speed Cruiser] is also adapted to local conditions."
Avoiding the topic of Levina, Elvin, the technical expert, commented on the [Falcon], and there wasn't the slightest bit of surprise in his tone.
As humans continued to explore the interior of the Shattered Star Sea.
After the Leyline Seal Bolt was removed, the chaotic weather in the Shattered Star Sea had been improved, and the "fog of war" had begun to dissipate bit by bit before the eyes of humans.
Using the mental link and electromagnetic wave communication, as well as the [Mental Network] that didn't rely on magic elements, they naturally had a panoramic view of the entire area.
Furthermore, the Faceless, who were all over the Federation of Golden Palm and the Republic of the Low Countries, had long been sending back information on the enemy.
Although the Demon Gods that had been captured by the evil gods had never appeared again.
However, the Wilderness God, Cassie Morar, was probably because she had the domain of [Science]. Her value was incomparable to other Demon Gods, and she was also taken in by the evil gods.
The demonic technology, [Power Core — Steam Ball], naturally fell into the hands of the evil gods and was also applied to this new type of battleship.
However, the [Shipboard Analyzer] was the exclusive ability of the Church of Steam and Machinery, and it was also one of the pinnacle of technology in the age of steam. The battleships of the Federation of Golden Palm were not equipped with it.
Although the design idea was novel, it still couldn't threaten the Tulip Alliance's dominance over the sea, especially when the [Super Dreadnought], which used oil-fired boilers, went into the water.
At this moment.
A remote communication was suddenly connected to the [Mental Network].
A noble lady wearing a jeweled crown and a court dress was projected in front of Elvin.
Her long black hair was coiled on top of her head. Her appearance was excellent, and her figure was as thin as paper. Coupled with her pitiful eyes, her temperament was like a fragile and precious porcelain, very much in line with the aesthetic standards of nobles.
Her true identity was the mother of Emperor Aldrich of Shilius, Empress Dowager Theresa.
At this moment, the young empress dowager's face was filled with anxiety.
"Your Majesty Garriott, I just received the news … Please be sure to lend a helping hand …"
"It's here!"
The group of women around Elvin looked at each other and hid to the side.
Ignoring them, after some small talk, Elvin went straight to the point.
"Don't worry. Currently, the one taking over the [Black Ocean Pearl] in the Shattered Star Sea is Billy Buddha's [Fearless — Iron King], which is also the main battleship of the duchy.
I'll let them and some of the armed airships go to the rescue.
Also, we can talk about the expansion of the arms sales plan you mentioned last time. "
"Really?! We have no problems with the [Royalty Reform Plan] and the 'International Gold Pound System'! "
Theresa didn't expect that her request for help would be met with such a pleasant surprise. Her beautiful eyes were filled with stars.
"Of course, but the price …"
The industrial foundation was there, and a strategic platform like a battleship was not something that could be built by just anyone. Even if it was built, it would be far slower than Faletis and Garriott.
Moreover, the Shilius Empire had almost no industrial foundation ten years ago. No matter how hard the empress dowager worked, she wouldn't be able to catch up in a short time.
This wasn't a problem that could be overcome with just a few geniuses.
After repeatedly confirming that this sudden happiness wasn't a dream, the young empress dowager crossed her arms in front of her chest and said solemnly, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty, thank you for your generosity.
"Your Majesty Garriott, thank you for your generosity. I know that there was a small misunderstanding between our two countries, but I will show my sincerity in the future.
The next time you come to the Dome Palace, I … will make you feel at home.
By the way, don't worry, this is a secret between us. I won't let His Majesty 'Rose Crown' know. "
"Hmm! Hmm? No, no, no, what secret? Don't say things that will cause misunderstandings. "
Elvin glanced around and hurriedly waved his hand.
"Understood, understood …"
Theresa, on the other hand, had already hung up the call with a smile on her face as she thought to herself,
Who doesn't know that the two of you have been ambiguous all these years? The unmarried Her Majesty moved directly to White Swan Castle.
How dare you say that you're as pure as water? Do you think everyone is blind?
If there's no problem at all, I'll send you my dead husband's skull as a wine glass.
Philip II underground was speechless.
Feeling Olivia and Levina's half-smile, Elvin coughed and connected to the command center of the 'Shattered Star Sea'.
"Order …"
To be honest, Elvin and Levina didn't mind fighting a proxy war now.
With the Tulip Alliance's current naval strength as the strongest in the world, the two of them were full of confidence.
For the feudal dynasties of the [Lord's Shield], it was difficult to redesign the country's top level like the Tulip Alliance, but it was not impossible.
Moreover, even if the other countries copied this "royal reform system", it was almost impossible to surpass the Tulip Alliance.
For the Tulip Alliance, which had already sat on the throne of the strongest country.
The talent of the people, the credibility of the country, and the institutional environment were the three most important intangible wealth. Without these foundations, no matter how much Elvin rose, they would definitely be unable to support the wall.
And these things were difficult for other countries to replicate.
Of course, Elvin didn't want them to replicate it.
His only expectation for them was to be able to help the Tulip Alliance in the confrontation between [royal power] and [capital], from politics, culture, and military to form a confrontation with the [International Democratic Alliance].
Of course, the headquarters of the monarchy, the Shilius Empire, could not be let go. It was not only because they bordered the Lowlands and the Golden Palm respectively in the Source Continent and the New Continent, but also because Empress Dowager Theresa, who was born in the Lowlands, was far more open-minded than Philip II.
If this card was used well, it would definitely be enough to make the Lowlands and the Golden Palm suffer.
However, no one would have thought that the Tulip Alliance, the Shilius Empire, and the Lowlands Republic, who were still fighting to the death ten years ago, would reappear ten years later.
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