The two most important parts of a mech were the engine and the photon processor. The problem of the engine was solved, but Ye Chong was an idiot when it came to photon processors. Fortunately, he did not have much dependence on photon processors, and a normal photon processor would suffice.
Other than the photon processor and engine, Ye Chong could not make the scanning system. The scanning system available in the market was probably not that advanced, and would be useless against mechs like the Sanctuary and Black Cove. However, Ye Chong did not plan to install a scanning system. With Mu around, it would be the most advanced scanning system. What he wanted to do was to make a device that could receive information from Mu through the photon processor. This was not too difficult for him.
However, this was all for later. Ye Chong first had to check what materials were available for him to choose from. Full-skeleton mech was unique in that it was designed according to the materials, rather than the usual method of finding materials according to the design.
Rare skeletons were hard to come by, so finding a mech based on design was unrealistic for full-skeleton mechs. Besides, even if it was the same type of skeletons, there would be great differences between them. The age of the skeletons, the living area and so on would greatly affect the density and hardness of the skeletons.
Looking at the various rare skeletons on the ground, Ye Chong was suddenly filled with anticipation. What kind of mech would he build?
After familiarizing himself with the skeletons, Ye Chong began to design the mech. With Mu's help, this step did not take too much time. He also prepared many backup plans, just in case he messed up and damaged the skeletons, he would have a replacement. However, Ye Chong did not want these backup plans to be used.
Then, he began to attack!
The preliminary work was tedious, and the rough handling of the skeletons was a test of patience. No one had ever built a full-skeleton mech alone, so Ye Chong did not expect the workload to be so heavy. Fortunately, Ye Chong had a lot of stamina. Ye Chong was like a tireless machine, never stopping.
Ye Chong had to be careful with every step, because there were many skeletons that were only one. If they were damaged, he would have to find a replacement, and the replacement would be much weaker than the original in some aspects, which would cause the mech's overall performance to decline. This was something Ye Chong did not want to see.
Hei Zi would bring food to Ye Chong every day, but he would never disturb him. Little Nan Nan was also sensible enough not to look for her big brother to play.
For one and a half months, Ye Chong spent his time in this state of madness and calmness. Even Shang, who was taking over from Ye Chong, knew that it would not end well if he were to annoy Ye Chong now, so he wisely chose to remain silent.
He stared blankly at the mech.
Ye Chong admired the results of his one and a half months of hard work, and felt a great sense of achievement. This was definitely a masterpiece, a masterpiece worthy of admiration! Fortunately for Ye Chong, he did not break a single piece of skeleton in the process.
The mech was 12 meters tall. The mech's main body was constructed from the vertebrae of a Dragonwhale and the shell of a Titanium Beetle. The mech was shaped like a human. Ye Chong really liked the design of Yu Mo's four mechanical arms, as it could maximize the advantage of his fast hand speed. However, Yu Di's four-armed design was too unconventional. It left a deep impression on people. Those who had seen it would basically never forget it. The Sanctuary was still searching for Yu Di. If he made a similar four-armed mech, wouldn't that be asking for trouble?
Ye Chong thought of the Dawn mech's two electromagnetic whips. Coincidentally, the skeletons that the old man gave him included four semi-crystallized Thousand Knot Worms, and Ye Chong installed them all. However, it took Ye Chong a lot of effort to set up the internal photon circuits. The Thousand Knot Worms could not be made into electromagnetic whips, so Ye Chong installed a bone spike at one end. This bone spike was from the Beehive's back, and was extremely hard. Ye Chong had tried using it to penetrate a super strong alloy plate. It was extremely tough, and not easy to break. Ye Chong also spent a lot of effort to sharpen the four bone spikes. Just the sharpening of these four bone spikes took up four sets of sharpening machines, which showed how hard they were.
The four Thousand Knot Worms were installed in four hidden ejection chambers on the mech's back, near the ribs, so that it could not be seen from the outside.
The mech had long been named Han Jia. If it were Ye Chong, he would have named it No.1. However, since it was provided by Mu, Ye Chong did not mind, even though it was a random selection.
Han Jia's main weapon was a dagger, made from the fangs of a beast. The two daggers were slightly longer than the usual ones used by mechs. They were slightly curved, with natural serrations on them. The tips were sharp, and the material was as black as the night. Ye Chong could not help but fall in love with the pair of daggers once they were made!
Of all the weapons, Ye Chong was most comfortable with the dagger, but the dagger's attack range was a little too small. It would be great if Yu Di's UF magnetic sword was still around. That was the work of Fred the Great! The UF magnetic sword sold in the market was much weaker than that one, and Ye Chong was not interested in it at the moment.
There was a shield on Han Jia's left arm. The surface of the shield was decorated with a fish scale pattern. It was made from the scales of the iron lizard he had obtained back on the trash planet. The scales were able to withstand a blow from Mu without any damage, which left a deep impression on Ye Chong. Hence, when he was making the shield, he immediately thought of it.
Later on, Ye Chong found that the scales of the iron lizard not only had excellent defense against physical attacks, but also against energy weapons. Ye Chong could not help but be amazed. It seemed to be a natural material for making shields. Besides, it had another advantage, which was its lightness. This shield was much lighter than the average metal shield.
Ye Chong followed Mu's suggestion and used the layering method to make the shield, which naturally produced the fish scale pattern. Of course, Ye Chong still habitually sharpened the edges of the shield. Wouldn't it be better to have one more thing to save his life?
Other than that, Ye Chong also removed the Harmony of the Winter Aria's two self-lock-on double-edged spinning darts and installed them on Han Jia. This way, Han Jia would have a certain degree of long range attack capability.
Ye Chong originally wanted to install barbs on Han Jia's shoulders, elbows, knees and feet, as these would often be useful in close combat. However, after some thought, Ye Chong gave up on the idea. A mech like this would be too eye-catching, and it would go against his intention to conceal his identity. Besides, it seemed to have a strong Black Cove style, and Ye Chong did not want to be mistaken as a Black Cove member.
Every part of Han Jia's design was carefully designed by Ye Chong, and he was very satisfied with the result.
What pleased Ye Chong the most was Han Jia's speed, which was absolutely unimaginable!
Han Jia's main body was basically made out of skeletons, which was much lighter than metal. This also allowed Han Jia to achieve a higher speed and a longer range with the same amount of power output! This was also the biggest attraction of full-skeleton mechs!
With Yu Di's engine, Han Jia could reach a maximum speed of Mach 9, only one Mach slower than the Guardian, but two Mach faster than the Harmony of the Winter Aria! While the Guardian could reach a maximum speed of Mach 10, that was only for short-distance sprinting, Han Jia's maximum speed was for long-distance flight. Compared to the Harmony of the Winter Aria, Han Jia was much faster!
On the battlefield, a slight advantage in speed meant a huge advantage. Mach 9 speed gave Ye Chong an absolute advantage even against the standard mechs of the Sanctuary, Black Cove and the MPA. Besides, with Mach 9 speed and super long range flight capability, it would be easier for him to escape!
After the mech was completed, Ye Chong used the Guardian to analyze and scan the mech, and modified a few minor but potentially fatal flaws.
Hei Zi gasped in Ye Chong's ear. The old man did not speak, but his eyes were shining as he stared at the first full-skeleton mech. The two of them were so engrossed in watching that they did not notice that Ye Chong had left.
Ye Chong was too tired! A month and a half of working day and night without rest had worn Ye Chong out. Once he understood that he was done, Ye Chong could no longer stand it. He found a clean spot and fell asleep! Ye Chong fell into a deep sleep almost as soon as he lay down.
It was the third day since Ye Chong woke up. He was awakened by hunger, his stomach growling. Ye Chong saw a plate of food beside him, and took it without hesitation. "This must have been sent by Hei Zi," Ye Chong thought as he ate.
After eating, his hunger subsided. Ye Chong got up and walked to the completed Han Jia.
In terms of design, Han Jia was simple. There were no decorations, but its natural style was eye-catching. In terms of color, however, Han Jia was mottled. Every skeleton was of a different color, some black, some white, some light green, and some dark red. This gave Han Jia a unique charm. Add to that the skeleton's unique luster, Han Jia looked like an abstract art sculpture.
Other than the Titanium Beetle's shell, which had a distinct metallic luster, the other parts looked like jade, wood, or even man-made. It was a strange feeling, but it was undeniable that everyone would notice this unique mech at first glance!
Ye Chong frowned.
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