You said mechs were going to fight monsters, but instead you're destroying stars with your bare

Chapter 29 I'm ashamed to say I only made a small contribution.

Congratulations on obtaining the SSS-level exclusive reward: Armament Module Function!

[Effect: Module function allows you to fuse and enhance your weapon modules (4 modules of different types). This produces a more powerful mech with composite functions and a completely new appearance...]

[Note: New skin, stronger combat power!]

Li Zhe stared at the line of glittering golden system notifications, pondering their meaning.

This can definitely be considered the ultimate DIY feature.

My own muscle armor now possesses the potential for unlimited evolution!
It should be noted that for other mech pilots, a mech can only carry a maximum of 4+4 weapon modules.

Some of these slots reportedly require reaching a higher rank to unlock.

This modular function allows users to stitch together modules in various ways.

No more worrying about not having enough slots!
Li Zhe suppressed his inner elation and calmed himself down.

He quickly took stock of the weapon modules he currently possessed.

First up is the [Legendary Detection Module], a miraculous item obtained through a single draw from the newbie gift pack.

This is a real treasure.

With this module, I have a significant intelligence advantage in this abyss war.

Then there's the [Legendary Melee Module], synthesized from two rare core materials.

It possesses powerful destructive capabilities, as well as auxiliary functions for repairing people and machines.

In addition, there is a [Rare-grade Power Module].

It allows one to defy gravity and travel to the heavens and the earth.

Detection, close combat, propulsion...

Three different categories of modules have been collected.

Now, only the last, and most crucial one, is missing—

"Armor" category module!
Li Zhe checked his physical condition.

I haven't entered the Abyss Realm dungeon for almost three days.

The abyssal aura within my body has eroded and almost completely eliminated.

The energy bar is also at its maximum value of 10/10.

We will be able to teleport again soon, ready to face new challenges in our prime.

With clear goals and plenty of motivation!
Li Zhe remembered that there should also be some blueprint-type rewards on the [Bounty List].

He immediately opened the list and began to carefully filter through the results.

Soon, a bounty mission located in the [Abyss of Deception - Steel Empire - Floor 0] caught his eye...

[No.:? ? ? 】

【type:??】

[Combat Strength: ? ?]

【trick:? ? 】

[Note: This creature roams the abyss and mysterious realms, possessing extremely strong defense and regenerative abilities, making it very difficult to deal with.]

[Defeat Reward: Armor Module Blueprint (Rare)]

……

Li Zhe touched his chin.

Ah this...

The information on the bounty list is far too little.

The only thing that can be confirmed is that it possesses extremely strong defensive and regenerative capabilities.

The reward for defeating it is exactly what I desperately need.

Armor module blueprints, and of rare quality at that.

"It's up to you!"

With limited information, thorough preparation is essential before embarking on any strategic plan.

Although the basic combat strength is 2.0, we must not be careless.

War is a place of life and death; the road to survival and destruction must be carefully considered.

Gathering sufficient intelligence before the battle is key to ensuring efficiency and security.

Li Zhe opened his phone and logged into the internal forum, which was accessible only to officially certified mecha pilots.

Let's see if we can find a more detailed map of "Steel Empire - Floor 0", or information on the location of that bounty monster.

The forum posts are incredibly diverse. There are posts for technical discussions and posts for exchanging materials.

There are even daily rants and emotional confessions from the mecha pilots.

Li Zhe's eyes quickly scanned the homepage.

then……

His gaze was drawn to a post that was pinned high and highlighted in red.

The post's title is quite sensational and clickbait-like.

[Exploration Log - Crisis Era Year 1, June] Attention! Attention! Attention! A special humanoid monster/half-demon/native has appeared in the Steel Empire, Floor 0, Outer Zone, Area C32, Department Store area! Please proceed with caution when entering this area! Please proceed with caution when entering this area!

The poster's ID is: 0079
"Hmm? This ID looks familiar?"

Li Zhe recalled for a moment and realized that this was the very same friendly soldier from the Eighth Army whom he had casually rescued.

"Interesting... Let me see what kind of strategy guide this guy wrote."

Li Zhe clicked on the post and began reading it with great interest.

In the post, this ally described in almost tearful, fearful, and horrified detail his encounter with the elite rats and how he was driven to the brink of despair.

The climax of the entire essay focuses on the terrifying feat of a mysterious creature with a Garfield-like head who instantly kills an elite monster with a flying kick.

Below the post, a multi-story building has already been erected, with hundreds of floors above it.

The people who replied came from all over the country.

The style of the replies is basically the same:

"Holy shit, for real? One-kicked an elite? Is that even a human pilot? Or some new kind of monster?"
"ヤバすぎる...マジで? エリートを一撃で? Information thanks to します, C32 area はもうJue対 near づかない"(That's outrageous...Really? Killed the elite in one blow? Thanks for sharing the information, I will never go near area C32 again.)
“Ах,таквотпочемууменявтомсекторемурашкипокожебегалиТам,оказывается,такоймонстробитает.Спасибозапредупреждение.” (Ah, I see. No wonder I felt a chill down my spine in that area last time... there was such a monster lurking there. Thanks for reminding me.)
"????" (So what exactly is it? A monster? Or an ally? Isn't there any brave soul who wants to make contact with it?)
"Are you crazy? What if that's a native of the Chaotic Neutral faction? He'll kick you to pieces without hesitation! Get away from him!"

"The coordinates of this area have been entered into 'Steel Empire 0th Floor Dangerous Area Map V1.2'. Thanks to the original poster for providing the information! Comrades who need the map, please join the group: 875XXXX79"

……

Li Zhe's expression turned somewhat strange as he looked at the replies.

Good grief, I only made a small contribution to saving lives.

How did it become part of the horror story of exploring the Abyss?
Hey you, you idiot, you think you should repay a life-saving favor by posting about it online?

That's enough, keep a calm mind, keep a calm mind.

Li Zhe maintained a steady mindset.

The post itself is irrelevant; the key is that the comments section is quite interesting.

Some people have shared links; joining the group will allow you to obtain information such as maps!
Therefore, Li Zhe decisively applied to join the "Huazhou East Ninth District Mecha Pilot Exchange Group".

It passed instantly.

The group members are mostly mecha pilots active in the area surrounding the East China Sea.

The atmosphere was quite lively, and everyone shared a wide variety of things.

Some complained that the monsters in the "Steel Empire" were getting harder and harder to defeat.

Some people are showing off their newly acquired weapon modules.

Some newcomers also showed off the mechs they had applied for.

These mech pilots, who are not pioneers, actually possess mechs with unique paint effects that look quite cool.

This made those pioneers who could only pilot the gray, basic mechs green with envy.

Of all the shared content, the group files are the most important to Li Zhe.

It contains the latest exploration map of "Steel Empire Level 0".

The refresh time and danger level of each resource point are marked.

Li Zhe remained a steadfast lurker in the group, never daring to show his face.

I silently downloaded the latest map, as if it were a priceless treasure.

After giving the sharer a thumbs up, I closed the group chat window.

It's fine to secretly spy and gather intelligence, but letting him chat and gossip in the group chat...

just forget it.

If I get too caught up in online dating during this precious summer vacation, it will only affect my efficiency in grinding.

Intelligence gathering has come to a temporary halt.

Before setting off for the abyss, Li Zhe decided to familiarize himself with his equipment.

Especially that rare-grade power module that can send him flying!

(End of this chapter)