Necromancer, but pre-collapse civilization

　Clearly, the ban on the fire-chasing moth does not apply to necromancers.

　Therefore, in the Velvi base, armed dolls still serve in large numbers, continuing to play their irreplaceable role.

　In fact, after learning about the armed puppet "rebellion" on the Mu Continent, Virvi not only did not back down, but instead increased the production of armed puppets.

　On the one hand, these mechanical lives she created, even if they accidentally developed self-awareness, never strayed from their reverence for their creator, Virvi.

　Furthermore, the armed dolls under Velvi's command are not tasked with actively engaging in fierce battles against the Honkai disaster, but rather with protecting their creator in a more passive way.

　Therefore, even if some of them awakened self-awareness, they did not refuse to continue serving Virvi, the creator who gave them life.

　This fact has been fully verified over the years.

　Countless armed dolls, having awakened their self-awareness, demonstrated their loyalty and dedication to Virvi through their actions.

　What's even more touching is that more than one of these armed dolls bravely opened their hearts to Vervier, sharing their profound insights into themselves and existence.

　With her magnanimous heart and wisdom, Virvi not only accepted these unique souls but also generously bestowed upon them the blessing of freedom.

　This action undoubtedly deepened the emotional bond between the armed dolls and Velvi once again.

　On the other hand, Vilvi's series of moves in the field of armed dolls also imply a subtle competitive mentality between her and Mebius.

　She aspires to surpass Möbius in some respects by demonstrating her exceptional creativity and leadership through outstanding achievements in the field of armed dolls.

　After all, these armed dolls that have awakened self-awareness are no longer just the crystallization of machinery and technology; they have become a completely new life form, bringing unprecedented possibilities and hope to this world.

　Getting back to the main point, given the shadow of the armed puppet rebellion on the Mu Continent, Moros had great reservations about allowing these mechanical lifeforms to have full control over the warships.

　Although Velvi may have chosen to entrust the armed puppets with important tasks out of trust, emotion, or strategic considerations, as a cautious necromancer, he could not easily entrust the safety of the warship to these beings that were not yet fully under his control.

　Admittedly, Morros also acknowledged Vervi's wisdom and foresight, believing that Vervi must have laid out numerous contingency plans to deal with any possible situation where the armed puppets went out of control.

　However, for Moros, such trust was too expensive to be easily given.

　He prefers to rely on his expertise in necromancy and alchemy to ensure the absolute safety and controllability of the warship.

　Therefore, he made no attempt to conceal his intentions from Velvi, stating that he would set up a series of complex magic arrays to transform this magnificent spaceship into a [Dead Man Engine].

　In response, Vervier demonstrated extraordinary magnanimity and understanding.

　After years of exploring the mysteries of magic with her lover and mentor, she has taken solid steps on this path full of unknowns and miracles, becoming a true high-level spellcaster.

　This achievement allowed her to delve into the depths of Maurois's mind and capture those subtle and profound ideas.

　She knew that behind many of Moros's plans lay many secrets that could not be easily spoken of.

　This is not just a matter of trust, but a severe test of whether the person being trusted can bear the weight and ensure that the secret is not leaked.

　Putting aside everything else, the few spells that Vilvie herself possesses are enough for her to easily manipulate the minds of ordinary people, turning them into puppets in her hands.

　With Moros's profound expertise in necromancy and alchemy, crafting ordinary [Undead Engines] was a trivial matter for him.

　With a mere wave of his staff, he could instantly imbue even a self-propelled artillery weighing tens of tons with a soul, granting it the ability to act autonomously.

　Even so, transforming this massive industrial marvel—500 meters long, 150 meters wide, 140 meters high, and with a total mass exceeding 100,000 tons—into a [Necromancer Engine] would require meticulous preparation and planning, even for a demigod-level necromancer like Moros.

　However, he was, after all, a demigod-level spellcaster. After more than ten days of careful preparation, he successfully transformed the spaceship that Velvi had meticulously crafted and gifted to him into a spaceship-type [Undead Engine].

　"So, what is the official name of this warship?"

　Moros gently stroked the hull of the warship, feeling the newly established and powerful soul force within the spiritual link, and casually asked Velvi a question.

　Vilvi smiled slightly and replied.

　"You can decide its name."

　Upon hearing this, Moros pondered for a moment, then smiled.

　"In that case, let's call it the Charon-class light frigate."

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Chapter 441 The World's Reaction

　When the Charon-class light corvette broke through the planet's gravity well and successfully entered outer space, propelled by two massive Honkai energy engines powered directly by super-large shipborne Honkai energy reactors personally developed by Velvey, the entire world began to tense up.

　Given the colossal size of this spaceship-shaped [Undead Engine], it naturally became the focus of attention for the cutting-edge military satellites high in the planet's geosynchronous orbit, without Moros taking any concealment measures.

　These military satellites, whether belonging to the Moth of Fire or the major traditional powers, are closely tracking every subtle movement of this "Undead Engine," unwilling to let go of any possible clues or changes.

　In their high-definition, lossless observation images, the outline of the [Undead Engine] was perfectly outlined, shockingly displayed before the powerful and wealthy who stood at the top of the pyramid of human society.

　The hull of the Charon-class corvette is covered with missile launchers, like the eyes of a pack of wolves in a dense forest, each one containing a power ready to be unleashed, gleaming with a chilling light.

　The giant axial cannon located on the ship's central axis is like a spear of the god of war, pointing straight to the sky, proclaiming its unparalleled destructive power.

　In addition, several meticulously arranged point defense turrets, like loyal guardians, protect every inch of the warship, together weaving an indestructible defensive network.

　All these features demonstrate the Charon-class light corvette's purity and excellence as a warship; its very existence is the best interpretation of power and technology.

　Given the undisguised flight trajectory of this spaceship-type [Undead Engine], and the fact that this planet simply lacks the industrial capacity to match it, the true ownership of this warship is self-evident.

　Given the delicate relationship between the necromancer and the human society on this planet, his current control of such a terrifying war machine naturally causes deep concern and unease among the powerful elites at the pinnacle of power.

　Its very existence is a potential threat to peace!

　Such warnings constantly echoed in the minds of those in power, forcing them to confront a harsh reality that could not be ignored.

　In the field of aerospace technology, both the fire-chasing moths and those traditionally powerful nations with long histories have fallen behind the necromancers.

　This realization undoubtedly presents unprecedented challenges to their future strategic deployment and balance of power.

　Those within the group know their own limitations. Although the Mu Continent, the North American Dominator, the East Asian Overlord, and the Moth Chaser have all demonstrated powerful industrial capabilities in building floating warships, they still seem powerless on the journey from floating warships to space warships.

　The airships shone brightly in the recently concluded Albanian Forest Campaign and in a series of battles against the Honkai Beasts, which greatly inspired the three traditional powers that possessed the technology to build airships.

　Encouraged by this achievement, they have accelerated their plans to build airship fleets, aiming to consolidate and further enhance their leadership position on the global stage.

　At the same time, the Fire Moth, which raised the banner of fighting against the Honkai, also showed an attitude of not wanting to lag behind.

　Inside the shipyard controlled by the Fire Moth, the keel of a new floating warship has been quietly laid.

　However, in terms of resource investment, due to the remarkable success of the [Fusion Warrior Project] and the [Key of God Project], the Firemoth is indeed slightly less capable than the three traditional powers.

　However, this problem did not actually become an obstacle preventing the moths from moving forward.

　On this planet watched by the cocoon of the end

　At a time when human civilization is irreversibly sliding towards the abyss of destruction, given the long manufacturing cycle of large warships, it is highly questionable whether these steel behemoths under construction can be completed smoothly.

　Getting back to the main point, faced with the astonishing power displayed by the Charon-class corvettes and the resulting severe imbalance in military power in outer space, the leaders of various forces around the world acted swiftly and launched an unprecedentedly close exchange.

　Special trains shuttled through the night, private planes frequently took off and landed in the sky, and hotlines rang day and night as all parties actively explored how to maintain or seize more benefits in this new power structure.

　Against this backdrop, even the long-standing, subtle disputes between traditional powers and moths drawn to the flame were forced to be temporarily shelved.

　All forces are keenly aware that the most critical task at present is to deal with this sudden challenge.

　Traditional powers such as the Mu Continent, the North American Dominator, and the East Asian Hegemon, after realizing their shortcomings in the field of aerospace technology, have increased their investment in scientific research and technology, striving to achieve technological breakthroughs in a short period of time and narrow or even catch up with the necromancers.

　At the same time, these traditional powers have deepened international cooperation, using intelligence sharing, joint research and development, and joint construction of defense systems to jointly address potential threats—threats from necromancers or fire-chasing moths.

　On this dynamic stage, emerging forces, like moths drawn to a flame, are not to be outdone.

　In order to maintain its competitiveness and keep up with the times, a wave of technological innovation has swept through Moth of Fire.

　The members of the Moth of Fire Council demonstrated extraordinary courage and determination, resolutely deciding to adjust the budget and inject valuable funds into aerospace technology research and development to support the organization's continued exploration and breakthroughs in this crucial area.

　The necromancer was certainly aware of the actions of the traditional powers and the Moths of Fire, but he felt no concern whatsoever.

　The reason behind this is straightforward and cruel.

　They were too late.

　It's already the second year since the eighth Great Collapse, and judging by the days, there's not much time left before the next Great Collapse arrives.

　According to the historical trajectory of the original world, the Ninth Great Collapse will bring unprecedented and devastating trauma to human civilization.

　Even more despairing is that, less than five years after the Ninth Great Collapse, human civilization will face the ultimate test of the final judgment.

　Under such tight time constraints, all the vigorous attempts and efforts in scientific and technological research and development seem insignificant and powerless.

　In fact, in this suffocatingly urgent torrent of time, not only is human civilization struggling, but even necromancers are feeling immense pressure.

　If it weren't for that demiplane as an absolutely safe haven, he might have already embarked on the path of seeking cooperation, joining hands with Dr. Mei to explore strategies to fight against the final judgment.

　However, reality has no assumptions, and fate has no "what ifs."

　It was the existence of this demiplane that endowed Moros with a sense of composure and calmness, allowing him to observe the rise and fall of this planet with a detached attitude from the eye of the storm of the times.

Chapter 442 Lunar Exploration

　Standing on the bridge of the Charon-class corvette, gazing at the high-definition images captured by the orbital imaging system on the command screen, Moros stroked his smooth chin, his eyes sparkling with genuine admiration.

　"This sight is truly breathtaking."

　"Indeed, I never expected that such a mysterious and unpredictable complex of buildings would be hidden on the moon."

　Vilvi's familiar and melodious voice brushed gently against my ear like a spring breeze.

　She stood beside the necromancer, her gaze also drawn to the images on the command screen.

　"It seems that our understanding of this world is still only the tip of the iceberg."

　At this moment, the Charon-class light frigate, which had been transformed into the [Undead Engine], was quietly hovering in the deep orbit on the far side of the moon, like a loyal recorder, meticulously capturing every detail of this satellite that had accompanied human civilization for 46 billion years.

　Having broken free from the constraints of the planetary gravity well, Moros was naturally not content with merely scratching the surface near geosynchronous orbit.

　Considering that the Herrscher of the End would descend upon the moon in the original world, he very naturally set the moon as the maiden voyage destination for this spaceship-type [Undead Engine].

　Virvi had no objection to this.

　Her heart was filled only with the joy and satisfaction of traveling with Moros.

　For Vilvi, neither the prosperity of Earth, the tranquility of the Moon, nor the unknown corners of the universe could compare to the time she spent with Morros.

　During this extraordinary period, although Earth is shrouded in the shadow of the cocoon of the end, fortunately, the outer space of the moon remains relatively peaceful and safe.

　Therefore, Moros and Velvet's journey went exceptionally smoothly, and their warship arrived at this mysterious lunar paradise without any unexpected interference.

　The moon was fully captured and recorded.

　After witnessing the breathtaking and magnificent scenery from the front, the necromancer naturally commanded the collective souls controlling the warship to guide the Charon-class light frigate slowly into the unknown and mysterious cosmic territory on the far side of the moon.

　It was during this process that the warship's advanced orbital imaging system suddenly captured a breathtaking image.

　This is not the "New Atlantis" lunar city built by human civilization on the far side of the moon.

　Although the lunar city, which embodies the pinnacle of human architectural technology, is equipped with a massive Honkai energy shield of considerable strength and some security-related forces, Neo-Atlan is not enough to keep Morros and Velvey's attention for long.

　What truly impressed them was the magnificent temple complex located deep within a towering crater on the far side of the moon.

　These temples, with their unique architectural style, exquisite craftsmanship, and design concepts that transcend the present era, vividly highlight their vast differences from contemporary human civilization.

　They are not merely piles of stone and earth, but whispers of time and witnesses of history, quietly unfolding an ancient and glorious epic of civilization.

　In that era, when human civilization had not yet begun to take shape, this unknown civilization had already crossed the interstellar divide, leaving its footprints on the moon and writing its own glorious chapter.

　"Vilvie, it seems our journey is about to take an even more exciting turn."

　A smile played at the corners of his lips, and Moros's words carried an undisguised anticipation.

　Clearly, he wanted to explore this temple complex.

　Velvi nodded slightly, her eyes also sparkling with excitement.

　"Yes, Moros. The stories hidden behind these temples may be the key to unlocking the deep mysteries of the universe."

　With Morros and Vervie reaching an agreement, the Charon-class light frigate, weighing over 100,000 tons, began to descend, approaching the mysterious temple complex on the far side of the moon.

　As the warship descended, Vervi quickly activated the ship's various high-precision instruments to conduct a comprehensive scan and analysis of the temple complex.

　These instruments can not only capture the three-dimensional structure of buildings, but also analyze the chemical composition of building materials and any traces of possible collapse energy.

　As for the necromancer, although his expertise in the field of technology is far inferior to that of Velvi, he possesses a unique way of exploring.

　Moros closed his eyes and focused his mind, mobilizing the death magic within him to begin casting a wide-area search spell.

　As the spell was cast, an invisible force surged from Moros's body and quickly spread throughout the entire temple complex.

　Under the influence of this force, basic information about the temple complex flooded into the necromancer's mind like a tidal wave, clear and detailed.

　That was... the outpost of the Moths of Fire...

　Moros's heart was stirred. A detail in the information from the spell's feedback made him instantly alert.

　Right outside the temple complex, a sentry post for the moths that chase fire stands out prominently.