I'm in Warhammer, I just want to grow mushrooms

Chapter 226: Stepping on the right foot with the left foot shows initial results

Old Huang possessed extraordinary wisdom, so it was perfectly normal for him to do things that ordinary people couldn't understand.

The series of events that the anti-psychic device might trigger were not something Li Nuo could easily control, so he put his worries aside after a moment's thought.

Now, it's time to begin the grand plan of stepping on the right foot with the left.

This is what Li Nuo was thinking:
There's nothing wrong with planting orcs on Planet Apimatt DE, using them to train human soldiers and give the Space Guard some practice.

The key lies in how to control casualties.

The orcs he planted had killed the Space Guard soldiers; no matter how you look at it, it wasn't a good deal, and Li Nuo still felt uneasy.

How can we train our troops while keeping casualties below average?

Li Nuo pondered this problem for a long time and finally came up with a feasible solution.

This has to do with the current state of the battle between the human empire and the Ulanor orc empire.

The battles between the two often begin with space warfare.

There are three possible outcomes in a space battle: a human victory, an orc victory, or both sides' ships being destroyed together.

If either side wins, the space battle will not escalate into a ground battle.

Only when both sides' spaceships are almost completely destroyed will they be forced to land on a nearby planet to engage in ground combat.

Therefore, space combat is the key.

If we win the space battle, we won't have to fight positional warfare with the greens on the ground.

This phenomenon was prevalent in both the 30k and 40k periods.

Li Nuo's plan was simple: to focus on developing the Space Guard's space combat capabilities.

His orc pirate fleet roams the Apimatt sub-sector.

In the process of hunting down orc pirates, the Space Guard can fully hone their scanning, pursuit, interception, and mobile combat capabilities.

Every exchange of fire between the two sides ended with the orc pirates fleeing.

The orc pirates' ships would upgrade time and again, gradually increasing the strength of the Space Guard and constantly putting pressure on them, but they would always stop their offensive just before causing casualties and then slip away from the battlefield.

This is Li Nuo's plan.

Where did those orc pirate ships come from?
Of course, it was transferred from Planet Paru!
While planning the "left foot stepping on right foot" scheme these past few days, Li Nuo specifically had Tech Master-Guradil lead a team to build an orc pirate ship just like Big Black Fang's.

These ships look incredibly rough, with pitted and uneven outer armor plates and exposed engines belching thick black smoke, yet they possess extremely reliable growth potential.

Its ship's keel, three decks, and outer walls of various compartments can be extended outwards to form new keels, decks, and compartments.

Ammunition for weapons, fuel for the Blue Flame Furnace, and fresh water necessary for daily life can all be produced stably through shipboard equipment, but it is unnecessary.

Li Nuo will personally serve as the captain of this orc pirate fleet, using the fungal warehouse as a transit point to replenish the ships with necessary combat and living supplies.

Without the worry of resupply, the orc pirate fleet can go all out and work hard, providing 24/7 support to the Space Guard.

With this thought in mind, Li Nuo controlled the special forces kid to quickly leave the cave and find a place in the deep mountains and forests to "log off" on the spot.

From then on, Bond XVII would remain stationed on Planet Apimatt until Lino gave him a new mission.

【本次模拟结束。】

[Settlement in progress...]

The settlement information flashed across his vision. Li Nuo took out the Magic Spore, put it in his mouth, and loaded the character save file he had just created yesterday.

[Save file: Big Black Fang 2]

[Archived Briefing:]

[Big Blackfang 2nd Generation possesses one cruiser-class orc pirate ship and two frigate-class orc pirate ships.]

His fleet is on standby in the network space, ready to open the network node gates and enter the Apimatt subsector at any time.

Big Black Tooth 2 is the protagonist of the "left foot stepping on right foot plan".

Where did the first generation of Big Black Teeth go?
Hey, don't even mention it.

Big Black Tooth, a man of great reputation, was ruined in his later years when he was tricked by the Imperial Guards into going to a star and being buried alive, where he met a tragic end.

Li Nuo still remembers that scene.

To commemorate the orc pirate who helped him obtain the blueprints for the Internet Access Device, Li Nuo borrowed the pirate's name and named the newly formed orc pirate leader "Big Black Fang".

"Heh heh, today is the day I, Black Fang, will regain my former glory!"

[Archived file successfully loaded.]

Consciousness enters the cyberspace from the real universe.

Inside the bridge of the "Flying Green Ship," Li Nuo opened his eyes, picked up the pirate captain's black hat from the command table, and put it on his head.

The force field sword in his right hand hummed and lit up with a silvery-white light.

Li Nuo raised his force field sword high, its tip pointing at the network node gate more than 30 kilometers ahead of the fleet, and roared:

"Listen up, you guys! The high priest told me! The whole area ahead is shiny and sparkly! Get your bang-bang guns and big cleavers ready! Anyone who messes up, I'll shove their head into that fart demon's mouth!... Let's go! WAAAAGH!"

"WAAAAGH!"

The boys cheered to the sky, the ships accelerated, and the network accessor opened the node gates.

"Whoosh whoosh whoosh————"

The three ships activated sub-light speed travel and crossed the gate in the blink of an eye, arriving at the very edge of the Apimatt sub-sector.

This is the farthest point in the northwest corner of the subsector cube, about 15 light-years away from Epimetheus in a straight line.

The fleet deactivated its sublight speed mode and used subspace to jump to the vicinity of Apimatt.

As soon as they appeared, an alarm sounded at Apimette's airport, issued by the Mechanic.

"Attention! Unidentified fleet with transponders switched off detected! The Auger Matrix identifies it as an Orc privateer fleet! Immediately enter maximum combat readiness!"

"Beep-beep-beep-"

The airport's commander-in-chief is Hanrabi Wenger Vogas, the younger brother of Lord Vogas, who is over fifty years old.

When the alarm sounded, he was clearly stunned for a moment, his pupils dilated rapidly. He never expected that he would encounter orc pirates in the Nest City World of the Sun Star Region!
The next second, Wenger snapped back to reality, forcefully slammed the airport's global broadcast button, and issued an emergency announcement:

"Air defense array protocol activated, laser array charging, close-in weapon system arrays activating 'crossfire' mode..."

After issuing a series of commands, Wenger looked at the mechanical priest controlling the Auger Matrix and asked:
How long until the orc pirate fleet enters near-Earth orbit?

"My lord, they are far from the top of the orbit and show no signs of attack. I have detected several scanning signals; the orc pirates are scouting the hive city. I suggest activating full-band jamming to prevent the hive city's air defense layout from being leaked."

Wenger glanced at the ships that had not yet entered port on the holographic map, thought for a moment, and said over the loudspeaker:
"Attention all ships, this is the Orbital Tower Airport. We will activate electromagnetic interference within half a minute to disable conventional communications and scanning. All docks must immediately suspend port entry agreements. Ships that have not yet entered the airport area should quickly move away from the combat zone and proceed to areas B411 to B477 to await orders. These areas are protected by air defense facilities."

On near-ground orbit, various cargo ships accelerated their voyages, heading to the location designated by Wenger.

The orbital tower's giant void shield is activated, protecting air defense facilities, docks, and ships that have not yet entered port.

At the same time, invisible and intangible electromagnetic interference filled the area around the airport, blocking the scanning signals from the orc pirate fleet.

"Boss, the shrimp is interfering with our signal. We couldn't lock onto the shrimp's air defense radar signal."

Shout loudly to find Dongdong.

Although Li Nuo was playing the role of Big Black Tooth, he was still delighted by the airport's rapid response and couldn't help but smile.

Excellent! All airport staff will receive an extra meal and bonuses!

With such an outstanding airport crew, I, as the governor, can rest easy in the Royal Court District.

"Boss, I've detected movement in the warp! Looks like some kind of ship is coming!"

The Psykimbo was submerged in amniotic fluid as a warning.

Li Nuo suppressed his smile, picked up the force field sword, brandished it, and shouted a command:

"Let's distance ourselves from the shrimp's airport and stay away from the shrimp's ship's subspace exit. We'll use 'wandering tactics' to test our skills against them!"

"Alright!" The young helmsman turned the rudder.

The fleet arrived at a location approximately three thousand kilometers from the airport.

A warp portal opened near the fleet, and two companies of the Orc Destroyer Guard appeared on the scene.

Li Nuo glanced at the data on the search device; the ones who came to intercept the orc pirates were the First Company and the Ninth Company.

The company's combat capability is beyond doubt, and the crew members are all veterans with years of experience in space travel.

The ships of the Ninth Company are equipped with shipborne Gauss weapons, replacing the ship's light spear arrays. Their destructive power is off the charts, and they can definitely destroy the pirate ships' Green Dam in one hit.

As the mastermind behind the Orc Destroyer, Li Nuo knew what Kranment was planning with just a glance: to use the firepower of the First Company to restrict the Orc pirates' movement and create the best firing window for the Gauss Cannons of the Ninth Company.

Did they think the orc pirates would fight them?

Hehehe, you're wrong.

Li Nuo was just taking a stroll tonight to remind Kranment, Mona, and the others not to be complacent just because the orcs on Planet Apimatt DE had been wiped out.

As long as the Orc Empire of Ulanor remains, the Orcs' harassment of the human empire will not cease!
Go for it, Orc Destroyer!
When we meet again, it won't be as simple as just scanning the airport.

"Kids, you've got a tough one. We're outta here. Next time we'll bring more people!"

"hold head high!"

The orc pirate fleet opened a warp portal and jumped away before the two small companies could launch their attack.

The pirate fleet's destination this time is the Misty Starfield, the former home ground of Black Fang 1, where many alien forces involved in the Cold Trade exist.

Li Nuo gave Black Tooth 2 a free plundering order.

The fleet will operate under the name "Big Black Fang" and search for easy targets in the hazy star field.

When the first generation of Black Fang was killed, it left behind two ships in the Misty Starfield: one was a battleship and the other was a light cruiser.

Li Nuo plans to use the name "Big Black Fang" to lure out the two ships, then use Waaagh to create a simulated save file for the captain, and pull the two ships into the Big Black Fang 2 fleet.

After instructing Big Black Tooth 2nd Generation to avoid the shrimp, Li Nuo ended this Waaagh simulation.

Once consciousness returned to her body, Li Nuo opened her eyes at her residence in the Wangting District, immediately got up, dressed, and answered the communication request on the data panel.

"Beep." After the communication notification tone, the voice of Wenger, the airport commander, came through:
"Your Excellency, I apologize for disturbing your rest. Just now, we repelled a group of orc pirates. I have already transferred the text and image report of this incident, as well as the battle video, to your database."

"Wenger, you've done a great job." Li Nuo's voice was calm and composed, showing no annoyance at being disturbed from his sleep.
"Please keep vigilant tonight and reassure the cargo ships entering the port."

"As you command, sir."

Communication ends.

Li Nuo got dressed and walked out of the bedroom. Brandy, holding a broom, blinked.

Before she could ask, Li Nuo spoke first:

"The airport has just been attacked by orcs. I'll go deal with it first."

"Yes, Master. Would you like me to prepare a midnight snack for you?"

"I'd like some snacks and a sparkling drink."

"Yes, Master."

Li Nuo walked out of the room, turned into the office, and sat down. Immediately afterward, she received a new communication request.

This time it's Kranment, the commander of the Orc Destroyers.

She appeared on the holographic communication screen wearing a crisp black uniform, raising her hand and pounding her chest in salute:

"My lord, you must already know that orc pirates have appeared near the airport."

“That’s right, Crament.” Li Nuo flipped through the report on the data panel and nodded slowly.

"I also know that it was your two companies that arrived in time and forced the orc pirates to retreat. Your response speed has impressed me greatly."

Clement shook his head slightly, put his hands behind his back, and said:
"I'm sorry, sir. I must correct you on one point. I didn't rush back to Apimatt because of news from the spaceport. In fact, before encountering the orc pirates at the spaceport, our Space Guard had just completed the battle on Apimatt DE. Except for the orcs used for alien experiments, all the orcs on Apimatt DE had been eliminated. The Eighth Company was conducting experiments related to the orc reproduction mechanism, and the Tenth Company was responsible for guarding the experimental site. The First and Ninth Companies happened to encounter the orc pirates on their way back."

"So that's how it is." Li Nuo praised him gently, with a hint of excitement in her voice.

"Your combat effectiveness, execution, and cohesion have truly exceeded my expectations. I never imagined that a single large-scale attack would wipe out the orcs on Planet Apimatt. Kranment, I highly commend your command abilities."

“You flatter me, sir. Every Imperial officer craves honor and glory, but I must state an objective fact for you: it has brought me far too much honor.”

Clanment pressed his hand to his chest and bowed slightly:

"Our water-cutting operation has achieved far better results than expected. After the riverbed was blown up, the orcs sealed the cave entrances, and a serious infighting broke out in the underground space. The orcs killed each other, and the scene was extremely tragic. When we stormed into the underground, the total number of orcs had dropped to less than 30,000, and only 8 of the mutated red-skinned orcs remained. Our ability to pacify Planet Apimatt DE today is largely due to the orc infighting."

Be humble in victory and undeterred in defeat; maintain strict discipline and avoid being greedy for quick success.

The mortal commanders trained by the Holy Blood Angels Legion are indeed capable.

Li Nuo secretly praised him, but outwardly asked with confusion:

"Has the Mechanical Sage figured out the reason for the orcs' infighting? Perhaps the key to dismantling the orcs from within lies here."

Clement nodded slightly:

"My lord, the sage Antonlar has collected a gaseous chemical substance in the orcs' cave. The substance evaporates very quickly and only binds to the orcs' skin, respiratory tract, and mucous membranes, producing a strong hallucinogenic effect. This substance may be the cause of the orcs' infighting. Fortunately, the companies that entered the underground wore breathing masks and did not inhale this hallucinogen. Even more fortunately, the sage Antonlar's research has found that this substance cannot be absorbed by the human body."

"It sounds like a potion specifically designed for orcs." Li Nuo seemed thoughtful, showing no concern that the Mechanical Sage had discovered "Berserker Spirit."

This potion needs to be made by the Mad Doctor, which requires a certain amount of universal psionic materials. Just finding the source of these materials is enough to stump the Oil Guy.

Seeing the governor's thoughtful expression, Clement immediately understood.

The governor is a true research fanatic; how could he not be interested in the orcs' hallucinogens!
"I have someone prepare a can of liquefaction agent, which will be delivered to Wangting District during the day today."

"Hehe, you're so kind," Li Nuo replied with a smile, readily accepting the sample offered by the other party.
"Alright, Clement, the Ninth Company will provide support at Apimatt, and the First Company will patrol the subsector, searching for the whereabouts of those greenskins. Also, tell Conn about the appearance of the orc pirates and ask him to search the Department of Military Affairs' database for the origin and whereabouts of this orc pirate fleet. We need to know which greenskin privateer is harassing us, don't we?"

"Yes, sir. I shall take my leave now."

"Well, keep up the good work."

"Yes, sir!" Clement pounded his chest and saluted.

Communication ends.

After a short wait, Conn's communication request appeared on the holographic screen.

The political commissar from Imperial Fist used his authority to search through the databases of the Military Affairs Department and Imperial Fist, but found no record matching the orc pirate fleet.

“Wilsey, this must be a newly formed orc privateering caravan.”

"So, this was a coincidence? Perhaps they appeared in the solar system because they weren't familiar with the area?"

“No, I don’t think so.” Conn’s expression darkened slightly, and he looked somewhat grave.
“The reconnaissance forces of the Ulanor Orc Empire sometimes disguise themselves as Orc privateers. For example, in the Opcaro Sector, which fell six years ago, most of its Imperial World had been visited by Orc pirates before the Ulanor attack.”

Li Nuo's authority wasn't high enough, and this was the first time he'd heard about something like this. But it didn't matter; what Kang En said was exactly what he wanted to hear.

"But why would Ulano want to attack Apimette?" Li Nuo asked, feigning ignorance.

Conn said:
"Urak Urg, the orc emperor of Ulanor, is a cunning alien, not a reckless fool."

"Its attacks are strategic. Judging from past battle records, it always attacks the most important but poorly defended Imperial strongholds in a certain sector first. Your hive capital, Apimatt, is the origin of the new synthetic starch, with an astonishing output. Attacking here can reduce the Empire's total annual edible starch production by 2.3%. Urak Ulger may not be able to calculate this number, but that doesn't stop it from targeting your hive capital."

Kang En's imagination ran wild... Li Nuo suppressed the urge to twitch his lips and said seriously:
"The establishment of the Space Guard needs to be accelerated. We need to fill the remaining companies as soon as possible, and we can't neglect daily training. If orc pirates appear in the secondary sector next time, we can't let them get away. How about this, you help out and work with Crant to develop a response strategy, and I'll be responsible for providing the money, personnel, and supplies."

“No problem.” Conn nodded.

Communication ends.

The holographic image disappeared.

Li Nuo smiled slightly.

The plan to step on the right foot with the left foot is showing initial success.

Next, continue to apply pressure and increase the strength of the Orc Destroyers, showing them with concrete actions that the Greenskins are not so easy to catch.

The more rigorous their training, the more adept they will be after joining the Imperial Army!

(End of this chapter)