Honkai Impact 3: Saving the former civilization by rubbing the black technology

Padofelice thought about it and couldn't help but sigh, "It seems to be quite difficult..."

Up to now, Padfils has not had a face-to-face encounter with the Herrscher Ai Yue, but from the way Ying and Qianjie were sent to the Star of Light before, it can be seen that since the other party can force Kevin and others into this situation, his strength must be quite terrifying.

But if a clone is already this strong, then how terrifying must the original body be?

"Okay, cheer up."

Finally, Kevin clapped his hands, trying to boost morale. "At least for now, our tactics are effective. Since Sakura's attack can cause fatal damage to the clone, it means that the Herrscher's true body is also afraid of this move."

In fact, he didn't have much confidence when he said this. After all, the same trick could work twice, relying on information asymmetry (the opponent didn't know that Sakura had recovered her combat ability). Wanting to make it work for a third time was really a bit of a disrespect to the opponent.

But he is the leader of this team after all. If he looks dejected at this time, the team will really collapse.

Unfortunately, his words were obviously no longer convincing, so although everyone nodded, they still looked worried.

"Everyone, I have something to say."

At this time, the drone that had previously carried the Prometheus extension flew back. "Padochilis brought my extension back from the Herrscher. After reconnecting it, I discovered that there is special information hidden inside it."

"Did Padovice succeed?"

Kevin only then noticed that there was another person present, so he nodded towards the other person and said, "Thank you, that's a great help."

"That's good, hehe."

Padofelice scratched her head embarrassedly, feeling the gazes of others, and subconsciously hid behind Alicia.

Obviously, she is not used to participating in a team of this level. If possible, it would be better for her to be a pet who eats and drinks for free.

"What kind of information do you mean by special information?"

Dr. Mei looked at the drone and asked, "Could it be that it was left behind by Ai Yue before he became a Herrscher?"

"The data is encrypted and I'm still parsing it,"

Prometheus said, "However, judging from the current situation, one part should be recording the whereabouts of Dr. Ai Yue after he became a Herrscher."

As she spoke, she projected a coordinate onto the map: "According to the records, this should be the location where Dr. Ai Yue became the Herrscher. It is also the center of the Great Collapse."

"Is this the area shown in the first video?"

Looking at the geographical information displayed on the map, Desdobia beside her said, "Could it be that the Herrscher's true form is hiding here and hasn't left yet?"

"It's possible. According to the information recorded on the extension, Dr. Ai Yue's original plan was to communicate with the existence behind the Herrscher through the 'Pseudo-Domination Domain'."

Prometheus projected a strangely shaped hibernation chamber again. "And the 'Pseudo-Domination Domain' requires the construction of a large number of Ruler Cores."

"No wonder that clone is composed of the core of the Ruler of Rule."

Dr. Mei nodded, a thoughtful expression on his face. "How many Herrscher of Domination cores does this device have?"

"Two hundred."

Prometheus' answer was very concise, but it made everyone present look stunned.

"Two hundred?"

Kosmo's gaze inevitably turned to the table beside him. On it lay the Herrscher core that Kevin had brought back from the place where the clone disappeared. "Boss Kevin and the others only used less than ten cores to destroy the clone, right?"

This information means that if we use mathematics alone to calculate, then the Herrscher Ai Yue can create at least nineteen clones.

You have to know that the total number of people present is no more than ten. In other words, one person has to fight at least two clones.

Then what's the point of hitting a hammer?

"I know what you're thinking, but it shouldn't be that exaggerated,"

Dr. Mei said, "At first, I was wondering how the Herrscher remotely controlled his clone. Now it seems he's using this 'pseudo-dominant domain.' In that case, he'd need at least a portion of the core to maintain the domain; otherwise, he wouldn't be able to remotely control the clone at all."

"But even if the Herrscher uses a hundred cores to maintain that domain, there are still more than ninety left."

Kosmo couldn't help but continue, "If he can really create an army of clones, then..."

He didn't have time to finish his words, as a shrill alarm suddenly rang out from within the Star of Light, followed by Quinn's emotionless announcement: "Warning, multiple groups of Honkai beasts have been detected attacking the Star of Light Experimental Base from different directions. Please prepare for battle."

At the same time, multiple images were projected in front of everyone.

When everyone saw the content on the screen clearly, they couldn't help but hold their breath.

Above each of the numerous Honkai Beast armies, there was a figure in a white coat floating.

Kosmo covered his mouth silently and vowed not to express any subjective opinions until the end of this mission.

104

Chapter 104: It doesn’t matter, I will take action.

There are two pieces of news now before everyone.

The bad news is that the Herrscher's clone army really appeared.

The good news is that, judging from the current situation, there are only five Herrscher clones. Considering the current number of fusion warriors, at least one person doesn't have to deal with two Herrscher clones.

"The bee swarm has already moved forward to meet the Honkai beast herd."

Quinn's calm voice still echoed in everyone's ears. "Based on the current situation, it will take the Honkai beasts another twenty minutes to reach the Light Star Experimental Base. Before then, please prepare for the attack."

"The good news is, at least we have something to do now instead of just sitting here sighing."

In the silence, Kevin showed off his indescribable sense of humor. "Ten minutes of rest, then we're off. Is that okay?"

Everyone nodded, and no one expressed any opinions. It was obvious that they were no longer interested in either the current situation or Kevin's sense of humor.

"Instead of making repairs, it's better to think about whether there is any chance of turning things around."

Dr. Mei shook his head. "Su, Alicia, do you have anything to say?"

Compared to others, Ai Yue obviously has more detailed arrangements for Alicia, and as a spiritual perception fusion warrior, Su may be able to obtain some information that no one has thought of before from his perspective.

By the way, due to the special nature of her abilities, Desdobia has always been regarded as a half-flesh-enhanced fusion warrior.

"Judging from previous situations, my ability should be effective against the Herrscher's clone."

Su said, "If we add the assistance of the drone swarm, perhaps these five clones will not be as difficult to deal with as we imagined."

The reason why the Herrscher's clone didn't notice the arrow Alicia shot at the Herrscher until it was right in front of him was not simply because the two of them cooperated well, but also because of Su's contribution.

His ability allows him to mentally interfere with the Herrscher's clone, thereby disrupting the opponent's judgment. In that battle, it was Su who covered up Sakura's traces, allowing Sakura to perfectly perform a split-second sword strike and ultimately kill the clone.

This blow was the only time in the two encounters that the Herrscher's clone was actually hurt.

It's a pity that Su's ability lacks offensiveness and cannot cause any substantial damage to the Herrscher, so he can only play a supporting role in the battle.

"In other words, if it's a psychic-sensing fusion warrior like Aponia, perhaps they can easily suppress the Herrscher clone?"

Dr. Mei nodded. "That's indeed an idea. It's a pity that we can't contact Aponya at all right now."

However, what no one expected was that the next second, everyone present heard the same voice: "No need to contact, I'm always here."

"Apponia?"

Kevin was stunned for a moment, then realized, "So you know everything that happened?"

Dr. Mei also frowned. "If that's the case, then why are you telling us now? If you had helped us with the previous operations, everything would have gone much more smoothly."

With Su's help, Kevin and others were able to destroy the Herrscher's clone relatively easily. If Aponia had assisted them before, he would probably have died when he first saw the Herrscher's clone.

"That's not the case. I must not reveal my presence until the time is right."

Aponia said, "Because from the perspective of the Herrscher, I don't exist."

"Let me explain."

Alicia took over the topic, "Simply put, before becoming a Herrscher, Ai Yue split his consciousness in some way, causing him to forget many things, such as the knowledge he possessed and Aponia."

"So, the current Eleventh Herrscher is completely unaware of Aponia's existence?"

Dr. Mei immediately realized, "So when the other side considers our combat effectiveness, they won't take Aponia into account!"

"In that case, can't you even give me a hint?"

Padofelice nearby murmured in confusion, "Sister Nia must have been able to tell that what Kevin and the others had encountered was a clone, right? If we knew this information in advance, perhaps things would have been easier."

"That way, the other party will know that there is someone on our side who can recognize the clone's true identity without even touching it."

Kevin had always been quick to understand things on the battlefield, and now he realized that this was some kind of intelligence exchange. "That way, even if he didn't know the true situation in Aponia, he would definitely be prepared for it."

"The Herrscher may not have acquired Aiyue's knowledge, but his wisdom should never be underestimated."

Aponya said, "So before I'm sure I can lock him down, I have to hide myself as much as possible."

At this point, she paused: "Besides, it's not that I didn't help you at all - although it didn't help much."

At the beginning, it was Aponia who noticed the Honkai beast hiding underground in advance and destroyed it along with the detection device, thus covering up the whereabouts of Kevin and others. However, this could not prevent the Herrscher Ai Yue from launching a sneak attack on them later, so it can only be described as "suspected help."

Dr. Mei keenly grasped the key words in Aponya's words: "So, by contacting us now, does that mean you're confident you've located the Herrscher?"

"Yes, when you destroyed the Herrscher's clone, I detected the mental energy fluctuations transmitted from it towards the distance."

Aponia said, "Although the fluctuation was very slight, I was able to determine a rough range."

"So, as long as we deal with these five clones, we can find the Herrscher's true form, right?"

Kosmo couldn't help but mutter, "Sounds like a prerequisite for a boss fight."

"But the problem now is that if we rely solely on our strength, it will be difficult to deal with these five clones."

Kevin sighed, "Although I don't want to admit it, the power of the Eleventh Ruler is indeed too restraining for us... No, should I say, restraining all attacks inflicted through the physical plane?"

The best method Kevin could think of was to use human wave tactics to consume the opponent's energy, or simply carry out carpet bombing.

However, the former will result in a large number of sacrifices, and the latter can neither guarantee the killing of the Herrscher nor the rescue of Ai Yue, and will also cause irreparable damage to Australia. No matter how you look at it, it is a measure that should not be used unless it is absolutely necessary.

"Don't worry, I'll take care of the clone."

Aponya said this calmly, "But not now."

"why?"

Dr. Mei asked subconsciously.

"Because we still lack the true trump card that can make the final decision, and if we alert the Herrscher's true form in advance, it will only give the opponent time to breathe and respond. Therefore, the process from discovering the opponent to destroying him must be swift."

Aponya rarely spoke a bunch of words that weren't riddles in one breath. "So, we have to wait."

"What are you waiting for?"

"Wait for Mebius."

105

Chapter 105: Taking the long way around is my shortcut.

"The final blow lies in Mebius's hands?"

After hearing Aponya's words, everyone couldn't help but show a curious expression: "What exactly is the method?"

"I don't know. Neither Mebius nor Aiyue explained."

Aponia hesitated for a moment, but finally explained, "Besides, this isn't a means of 'killing the Herrscher,' but a means of 'saving Aiyue.'"

Hearing this, everyone couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

So far, all those involved in this plan have been tacitly avoiding one question - that is, is there any possibility that Ai Yue can be rescued?

You must know that all the Herrschers before this, including all the Herrschers of Domination, a total of 10,09 people, all ended up dead, and there is no possibility for any of them to become human again.

This "transformation back to human" does not refer to physical recovery, but spiritual recovery - Ai Yue once saved the lives of several Rulers of the Rule through various means and conducted a lot of research on their spirits, but in the end he was unable to correct their consciousness that was distorted by the Honkai Impact.

Once you become a Herrscher, you can never become human again - this has always been the consensus of the people.

But because the person who became the Herrscher this time was Ai Yue, who had created countless miracles, everyone still held some hope in their hearts.

Since Ai Yue was well prepared before becoming a Herrscher, then perhaps he really has the confidence to become a human again?

Before the final outcome comes, no one can make a definite judgment. Everyone can only avoid the topic as if they are facing "Schrödinger's cat", as if the cat inside will not really die if the box is not opened.

It was not until just now that everyone finally got a positive answer and finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"In that case, leave the defense to us."

Kevin said without hesitation, "We will hold on until Mebius's research is successful."

"Everyone, what I'm about to say may be a little cruel, but I have to say it in advance."