Comprehensive Comics KanColle: Building a Dimensional Empire from Scratch

"Although Gundam production technology is extremely complex and requires the construction of multiple new production lines, from a process perspective, Gongzaosi can meet the manufacturing requirements."

A craftsman was responsible for receiving them.

“What about the manufacturing cost?”

Yukong asked.

“Some materials need to be imported, and the cost accounting for different models will be done later.”

The craftsman handed her a document.

She took a few looks and the more she looked, the more she felt something was wrong.

"Wait, why is the cost you gave so much more than what Akashi-sama is selling it for?"

"The Xinghai Empire only accepts physical goods. After converting them into patrol missiles, a single missile launch array costs approximately 2100 million. You're charging more than 50% more."

"The same goes for the other versions. Your quote for the high-end version is already several times the selling price, huh?!"

For each model, the quotation from the Industrial Manufacturing Company was much higher than that from the Star Sea Empire. It seemed strange no matter how you looked at it. Even the optional parts were much more expensive.

She glanced suspiciously at the craftsman's work, her gaze making people feel creepy.

There is only one meaning in the eyes:

Are you trying to take advantage of this opportunity to engage in corruption?

The craftsmen and foreman of the Gongzaosi cried out for justice.

"Master Yukong and Master Tingyun, please bear witness to this! We have clearly listed the costs of every component and process used in the Gundam production line. We have absolutely no secrets!"

"cough--"

The head of the Engineering Department, the chief engineer, came forward and listed a complicated list of items on the holographic interface.

"To assemble the Gundam, at least 45 new production lines are needed, including composite alloy smelting, propulsion engine construction, etc..."

"It will take at least 3-5 years to fully master these technologies. Once the production lines are fully built, the cost is expected to be reduced by another 10-20%."

"I guarantee it with my life. There is absolutely no ulterior motive, and no one is abusing their power for personal gain."

"..."

The Gundam is a very early technology in the Star Empire, however after several upgrades it has been mixed with things from other worlds.

Creating a high-tech weapon from another world from scratch requires a complete set of supporting industrial systems.

It's not like just handing the drawings and design plans to the Engineering Department and expecting them to come up with them.

"Um……"

Yukong and Tingyun read the budget over and over again.

They usually have some understanding of the prices of various goods. Indeed, the costs given by the manufacturing company are flawless.

The cost given is also the maximum cost of producing a Gundam.

"Well, but the Xinghai Empire's selling price is still much cheaper than yours."

Tingyun muttered a few words.

"Impossible, absolutely impossible!!!"

"You've seen how complex the production line is to manufacture Gundams. I haven't even counted the salaries of the craftsmen and engineers!"

Da Gongzheng waved his hand.

"With so many new production lines opening, the company needs to at least double the number of craftsmen to keep up."

“Unless they are operating at a loss and dumping!!!”

"Dumping Gundams on us? Is this necessary?..."

Tingyun was completely stunned.

"Speaking of which... doesn't the Xinghai Empire have a production line here? Should we go take a look?"

……

Near the Sichen Palace.

In the cave of the Star Sea Empire delegation, there was a scene of bustling activity.

After this period of transformation, a large city has been built here.

Xiao Hui and Akashi directed Bri to build various large-scale experimental equipment.

".Hmm? You want to see how a Gundam is made?"

"Oh, it's right over there, feel free to take a look, it's not a classified project."

Akashi looked at the small team from the Industrial and Construction Company that came to inspect, showed an expected expression, and pointed them in a direction.

A team of workers, carrying wrenches, were busy on the construction site.

There was a mountain of raw materials piled up next to it.

"Hmm... Look, Brie, what we're going to make this time is the MSZ-010 Gundam Buli!"

Bri, who was in the lead, checked the structural diagram and made a cheerful sound.

"Everyone get ready, come and work buli!!"

"Burin, this thing is too simple. Bri doesn't want to do it, so stupid sister, go do it, burin."

Caibuli was too lazy to even move, so she ran to squeeze next to Xiaohui and study the new toy with her.

A group of people in purple dragged out a pile of raw materials from the ship's equipment, piled them on the ground, and gathered together to hammer and bang them.

bang bang bang-

One team of Brie hammers out a prototype of the alloy and passes it to the next team of Brie.

bang bang bang-

The next team of Bri piled the materials together, used a wrench to knock out the transmission system, sensor system and reserved weapon module, and passed them to the next team of Bri.

There is no need for any high-precision processing equipment, which is unnecessary for Brie, as long as there is enough raw material.

"???"

The master craftsmen and artisans from the Construction Department who came to observe discovered that Burri was assembling the Gundam almost with his bare hands.

The only tool they have is the wrench in their hands. Basically, one piece of cloth performs the work of several departments of the factory.

click-

The last team, Bri, assembled the parts onto the prototype of the Gundam and looked at it with his chin lowered.

"Done buli! Bri thinks it's okay!"

click -

The Almighty Angel lifted the mecha aside and sealed it.

A group of Bri continued to repeat the same work.

"Aba Aba..."

Everyone in the Industrial and Manufacturing Department watched Bri's performance as if they were idiots.

Some craftsmen who were unaware of the truth brought small notebooks, intending to carefully record and learn the advanced experience of the Star Sea Empire, and then take it back to improve the manufacturing process of the fairy boat.

As a result, he just stood there stupidly.

"Uh……"

Yukong looked at the Industrial Manufacturing Department and then at Burri.

I feel that the gap between the two sides is a bit too big.

"So, can you guys learn the Gundam assembly techniques of the Star Empire?"

"?"

"Master Yukong, we are talking to you about technology, and you are talking to us about Bri? Huh?!"

(The picture shows Yukong).

Chapter 869 Please send a fleet to open up the market

Anyway, after visiting the Star Empire's production line in Luofu.

Kozoji has basically given up on the strange idea of ​​independently producing Gundams.

The costs and efficiency of both parties are completely not on the same level.

With the time it takes to build a new production line and assemble the Gundams from scratch, Brie could even build a whole team.

It’s also cheaper and absolutely hassle-free!

Even the best craftsman cannot guarantee that the mechanical engineering he builds will be 100% problem-free.

But Brie said no problem means no problem.

"But, the Immortal Boat should at least retain the ability to produce independently..."

Several craftsmen wanted to argue.

"I don't think it's necessary."

Tingyun said as he turned his folding fan.

"The relationship between Xinghai Empire and Xianzhou is good now. Since their production efficiency is higher, we can just import directly."

"The resources of the Immortal Boat should be used in more useful places."

"Hmm...if there's any problem on either side, it won't be solved by just building a Gundam on my own, right?"

"..."

Everyone was silent for a while before realizing this simple truth.

Ordinary countries must find ways to avoid being controlled by others in technology.

However, due to the huge gap in size between the two sides, during the period of friendly cooperation, they could still rely on the help of the Star Empire to import some 803 advanced equipment.

If something goes wrong, it's not something that can be solved by building a Gundam by yourself.

"Lord Tingyun, maintaining peace in the Immortal Boat depends on you!!"

"Please maintain good relations with the Star Sea Empire, please!!"

……

……

Brie's production is fast.

Within a few days, the first batch of Gundams were delivered.

In the training ground of the Cloud Cavalry, the soldiers are enthusiastically conducting Gundam driving training.

The Yunqi soldiers who were selected to be drivers were overjoyed, while those who were not selected were filled with regret. They could only watch those huge guys flying into the sky and into the earth to satisfy their eyes.

"go ahead!"

At the instructor's command, the Gundam troops marched forward in unison, causing the earth to tremble.

"Coordinate your movements! Maintain your balance, as if you were walking yourself!"

"Number 6, Number 6, you turned the wrong way!!!"

Many Cloud Cavalry were flying a Gundam for the first time and were very nervous. They often made all kinds of strange little mistakes and even had difficulty with conventional ground maneuvers.

Their instructors didn't have much more skills than the students. While checking the information, they had to consult the almighty angel next to them.

He was a consultant hired to point out deficiencies in teaching.

"Um……"

Looking at the Gundam troops still in training, the top leaders of Xianzhou were all a little excited.

It is not difficult to imagine what kind of shock this special forces unit will bring when it is deployed on the battlefield in the future.

"After the first batch of Gundam troops have completed their training, send them out to hunt the Abundant Beasts and test their combat capabilities."