Warhammer: Don't Call Me the God of All Machines

Chapter 480 Responding to the Challenge (Please Subscribe)

When the Lion King gave that affirmative answer, the Primarchs were not surprised at all.

Yes, with Ryan Johnson's character, how could he choose to retreat when he heard that the enemy was beyond imagination?
Ryan enlarged the holographic star map on the Sky Eagle and highlighted the locations of Beta Garmon II and Beta Garmon III in red.

This is the core capital world of the entire star cluster. Controlling these two places is equivalent to controlling the overall situation.

The Lion King believed that Horus would definitely regard this place as a strategic location that must be captured, and that the final battle between the Imperial Fleet and the rebels would take place here.

"I plan to divide the war into two dimensions. The first is the space naval battle dimension. According to the intelligence from Jaghatai and Russ, the rebels in Horus' hands include but are not limited to the Spirit of Vengeance and the Glorious Queen-class battleships of other traitors."

"Conservative estimates: Mortarion's Endurance, Perturabo's Ironblood, Magnus's Radiance, and Fulgrim's Pride of the Emperor are all likely to appear on the battlefield. Lorgar's Abyssal Fury-class battleship Triumvirate should not be underestimated. It is a formidable enemy."

"They also have a terrifying void fortress of unknown origin. I saw a special material similar to black stone. Be sure to pay attention to its psychic main gun, which is a powerful enemy that can threaten the Thundercloud-class planetary battleship."

Chagatai Khan added that he was extremely impressed by the war weapons that the traitors finally pulled out. If the enemy had not mishandled the ship, the Hrafinkel would probably have been left behind by the enemy's pursuers.

By this calculation, the rebels may be able to dispatch six Queen of Glory-class battleships, and also have a celestial-class Blackstone Fortress at their disposal.

"On our side, we have a total of three Thundercloud-class planetary battleships, as well as the Unyielding Truth, Red Tears, and Hrafinkel, three Queen of Glory-class battleships."

As for the other battleships and cruisers, they are no longer within the range of the main force on the battlefield.

"Just looking at the data, we actually have a slight advantage in space naval battles. The Thundercloud-class planetary battleships have a very strong suppressive power against the Queen of Glory, especially in a one-on-one naval battle, where they can almost completely defeat the opponent."

Even the picky Lion King could find no fault with the new flagship given by Roche, and three such warships were the source of his confidence.

"But we lack information about the fortress that is suspected to be made of black stone. We don't even know where it came from."

"Eldar? Necrons? Or some other forgotten alien race?"

Ryan lowered his head in thought. It's not like he had never fought a war without intelligence, but at such a critical juncture, the appearance of Blackstone Fortress made him feel a little unsure.

Intelligence, he needs more intelligence to eliminate the fog of war, which is the first and crucial step to victory.

"I will focus on guarding the Black Stone Fortress. The rebels rely on its existence. If necessary, I will send those battleships to test the enemy's strength."

Everyone's heart sank. The Lion King's "test" might cost countless bloody lives.

But this is undoubtedly the most objective choice, sacrificing the small to protect the big, using the lowest cost to test out the enemy's greatest threat.

"The second is the ground battlefield." Ryan continued, "I will launch a large-scale corps battle on Betagarmon II and III to completely annihilate the rebel Titan Corps and heavy lethal weapons there."

Since the beginning of 634001.M31, the rebels have used various means to seize these two planets. At that time, the massacre at the landing site had just ended, and the traitors of the Alpha Legion and the enemies of the Emperor's Children had already started the war through infiltration and assassination.

After the city of Nilkon and the star fortress in orbit were occupied, the system was occupied by Horus, but the loyalists never gave up the fight, and Betagarmon II and III were always in a tense tug-of-war.

In 780010.M31, Rogal Dorn sent a large combined force of Salamanders and Imperial Fists to support them, and after heavy casualties and damage to Titans, the Traitors' control over both locations was broken.

"A huge number of Titans have been deployed to these two battlefields. The strength of the void shields here is no longer something that can be destroyed by simple orbital bombardment. Moreover, neither the Imperial Fleet nor the Rebel Fleet will allow the other side to launch orbital bombardment."

"Let's settle the matter here between the thirty-odd Titan Legions we brought with us and the traitor Titan Legion."

"Then leave this to me. The Blood Angels are better at orbital assault operations within the atmosphere, but not so adept at void combat." Sanguinius volunteered.

The Lion King nodded, approving his brother's idea. "Then I will lead the void battle with you, Brother Ryan," said Chagatai Khan.

Compared with the battle on the ground, the void sea battle is undoubtedly more critical. He hopes to help the coach share some of the pressure so that Ryan can better display his talents.

"I couldn't ask for more." Ryan smiled. Being able to get the assistance of Chagatai Khan would undoubtedly be a great help.

Their two space fleets, one carrying out the main attack and the other conducting guerrilla warfare from the flank, undoubtedly complemented each other's strengths and weaknesses.

"I will issue an extreme mobilization order. All planets in the Empire's controlled areas must immediately enter a red alert state of war. If we lose this battle, they actually have no value in existing."

"If we retreat, everything here will become supplies for the Chaos rebels. Before that, I will completely destroy them."

Suddenly, Ryan's steward, Coswayen, brought a piece of news that was very urgent and needed to be informed to Ryan now.

"Read it, Akao. These are my brothers. There is nothing to hide."

The Lion refused his scion's private whisper and instead had him read the message in front of his brothers.

Everyone pricked up their ears and listened attentively to the content of the message.

"Sir, Lord Roshi has sent an astropathic communication: He has brought the war fleet of the Mechanicus from the direction of the solar system to reinforce us, including thousands of warships including the Mechanical Ark. He hopes that you can include this force in your calculations."

Sanguinius suddenly saw his brother's eyes light up, and the Lion King of Caliban paced back and forth excitedly. This was undoubtedly great news.

With Luo Xi around, the balance of war will undoubtedly shift heavily towards them.

"I'm the only one who can't do anything." Leman Russ complained while lying on the medical platform.

Ryan shrugged and comforted the wolf king. He had done his duty and the rest could be left to the other brothers.

"That's it. The specific situation still needs you to grasp it yourself." Ryan naturally would not imagine that the plan he made now would definitely come in handy. After all, the situation on the battlefield is ever-changing. The most important thing is to seek truth from facts and adapt to circumstances.

"Let the fleet's engines warm up. The three Thundercloud-class planetary battleships are the key to victory in this battle. Everyone, it's up to you." Ryan gave a rare emotional speech.

He drew out his lion sword and pointed it in front of everyone.

"Have the Mortal Auxiliary Army and the Astartes Legion prepare for transport and war. The fleet will head to Betagarmon II and Betagarmon III, ready to deploy war vehicles and Titan God Machines at any time."

"All mortal crew members are on standby at their respective posts, and let our war machines start."

"I wish you all...good luck in martial arts!"

The Lion King's order was passed down, and the three Primarchs were separated. Russ recuperated on Lion's New Caliban, and the severely damaged Hrafinkel was incorporated into the fleet where the Indomitable Truth was located.

The Imperial Expeditionary Force began to move according to Lion's will, and on the other side of the galaxy, the pursuing Horus rebels also discovered their opponent's actions.

Seeing this, Horus just said calmly.

"Respond to the challenge and capture Betagarmon for me!"

(End of this chapter)