263. Dot Technology
In fact, although these sages deceived those who came from other planets, they still had professional ethics towards the Death Guard.
Specifically, it is reflected in the transparent information to the Death Guard and the personal tribute to Hades.
The sages of Mint, in their personal capacity, pieced together eight Fortress-shaped intelligent control robots for Hades.
As for why there are 8 machines, it is because according to regulations, every 5 machines must form a group and report, so that the use rights of these mechas will be restricted and supervised, so the sages gave Hades 4 mechas and 4 mechas.
The reason why they didn't give Hades 12 units was because this is all the sages could gather. Graeae is not the main production world of mechas, so these things were not produced by the sages. As for how they got them, Hades would not ask about it.
Although Hades hesitated about this number, he still decided to go with it. As long as it wasn't 7, any other number would do.
By the way, among the forging worlds that can produce Castle-star intelligent mechas, there is Zhao Akada. Hades reasonably suspected whether the two forging worlds had some kind of private communication.
He looked at the mechas pushed out by the sages. These three-person-high mechanical figures were flashing a slightly clumsy but deadly luster.
The rules of 30k are not as strict as those of 40k, so the current intelligent robots are not as stupid as those in the future. Although the Scarlet Protocol prohibits AI, it mainly prohibits strong artificial intelligence. For this kind of humanoid weapon with a logical system or brain-like wetware, it seems biased to insist that it is AI.
However, this is already enough to arouse suspicion, so intelligent robot soldiers are not very popular on the battlefield.
Nominally, mechas must be under the command of the Mechanicus Cybernetic Legion. Of course, there are also legions that deploy this weapon on a large scale: the Iron Warriors and the Iron Hands, and the Thousand Sons also have a small-scale secret group of mechas.
Most of the mechas in the Great Crusade were of the Fortress class. Take the Fortress class that Mint sent to Hades as an example.
It has an ultra-heavy heavy-handed bolter mounted on its shoulder, perfect for long-range fire bombing; large bolters on both forearms; and a concussion impactor in one hand that can shatter the enemy's internal organs with a powerful electrical explosion.
With his other hand, Hades looked at the gear-shaped cutter that was emitting a faint green light and decided not to comment.
In addition, the servo skull in the center of the mecha is also a powerful reconnaissance system that can provide the operator with side battlefield vision assistance.
These mechas had long been painted dark black by the sages, with a slight moss green at the edges, like climbing moss, exuding the unique breath of death of the Death Guard Corps.
Of course, the transformation does not stop there.
The sage walked up to the mecha soldier and bowed deeply like an actor on stage.
Following the Sage's actions, the servo skull in the center of the robot's body flipped up, revealing—
Empty core?!
This mech has no bio-wetware installed.
"Lord Hades, perhaps you have a better plan for this place."
The wise man said vaguely,
"We are well aware of your uniqueness. These mechas are Mint's thanks to you, so we have made some personalized changes, hoping that they can better serve you. I believe that you will be able to see our efforts at this at a glance."
At the edge of Hades's sight was the one emitting green light. The corner of Hades' eye twitched imperceptibly.
"But we know this is not enough. These mechas are equipped with two devices. The first device is a one-time powerful ion shield generator. After sacrificing sustainability, this ion shield can create an extremely strong defense field to ensure that it can withstand extremely high damage and targeted high-saturation strikes."
"As long as you need them, they will be your most loyal shield."
"The second device is a self-destruct initiator. You can use it to maximize the effectiveness of these mechas at critical moments according to your needs."
Standing in front of the mechas, Hades touched his chin. These mechas still had a vague concept of his black domain. These mechas were probably specially prepared for Hades.
Ordinary biological wetware, especially the logic system, cannot withstand the ravages of the Black Domain. These mechanics probably know about the existence of Ruibo. After all, the prototypes of those knight mechas were provided by Graeae.
As if realizing that Hades was very satisfied with these mechas, the Great Sage rubbed his hands, and the indicator light on his face flashed excitedly.
"Actually, my Lord, I have something to say to you. I wonder if you would like to hear it."
Hades, who was concentrating on observing the mecha, hummed casually, not paying any attention to the sage's reaction.
"In fact, when we were modifying these mechas, we applied to the Death Guard to build a temporary base in Barbarus, and it was approved. These mechas were modified there, and a one-time powerful ion shield generator was also installed."
Hades nodded casually. He knew that the oil guys had chosen a place under the black tower and built a temporary laboratory.
Well
Hades finally came to his senses. He looked at the great sage with some fear.
"As I recall, creatures around the Black Tower feel uncomfortable."
Maybe it’s because the black domain was overused last time, and there’s still some aura left on those black towers. Normally, no one goes near those things.
The indicator light on the Great Sage's face was still flashing excitedly.
"No, sir, that is our preference. We tried some transformation there, some...trying to restore the original truth of the world."
Generally speaking, when the oil guys tell you nonsense like "restoring the truth of the world" or "reproducing the wisdom of Ohm Messiah", they really mean that they are "innovating and creating".
Given that Tzeentch and Vashtor really exist in this world, innovation has the potential to be corrupted, which is why the Mechanicus openly prohibits innovation.
But... they were operating under the Black Tower. In fact, on the Endurance, the part where Kirkland was in charge of scientific research was also filled with untouchables all year round, and Hades often went there to disinfect and so on.
Hades pondered as he leaned down, his face almost touching the great sage's metal face. The sage's indicator light flashed faster and faster.
Hades narrowed his eyes, stared at the Great Sage's camera, and said in a rather low, hoarse and slight voice,
"I hope you can be sensible and not do anything heretical."
"Sir, you want us to stop."
Hades put his finger on the Sage's generator to silence him.
"Report all your actions to me. If the discomfort caused by the Black Tower is alleviated, stop all your actions immediately."
As the last byte fell, Hades instantly returned to his previous posture of admiring the mecha, as if he had not said anything just now.
The great sage trembled all over and bowed deeply.
"Understood, my Lord."
Hades didn't answer him and continued to look at the mecha.
Yes, code, quickly click on the technology.
I borrowed all the book reviews and modified them. I won’t… you know.
(End of this chapter)