allendalepharm Chapter 2 The Punishing Aircraft Carrier, Extraterrestrial Visitors
Chapter 2 The Punishing Aircraft Carrier, Extraterrestrial Visitors
"What other timelines are you referring to? Other planets, or other worlds?"
"Commander, I'm talking about other worlds, similar to those time-travel novels you've read before."
Upon hearing Ethan's words, Fang Heng nodded in understanding.
"If I bring the production equipment over, will I be able to use these resources on the moon?"
"Yes, Commander. However, due to environmental reasons, the original equipment needs to be modified. Alternatively, you can find a professional manufacturer to produce it based on the equipment information in the database."
However, I do not recommend doing so, since even the most basic production equipment recorded is far more technologically advanced than the industrial manufacturing level on Earth.
Fang Heng naturally understood Ethan's meaning: the current Punishment Ship was almost scrapped and could not crush the entire Blue Star, so it was better to develop in a low-key manner at this stage.
"By the way, what type of backup power is it, and how long will it last?"
Fang Heng suddenly remembered what Ethan had mentioned about backup energy, so he casually brought it up as well.
"Commander, the Punisher's backup power source is a hydrogen fuel cell, which can power the Punisher to operate at low power for one month. However, due to damage in many places, the current backup power source can only be used for up to three months."
"So short?"
"Commander, the backup energy on the Punishment uses an array installation, which is divided into 5 array groups. Currently, only one array group is usable. The original hydrogen fuel cells of the other four array groups have been removed due to upgrades, and they were prepared to be equipped with the newly developed antimatter battery arrays. Unfortunately, the war broke out and they did not have time to install them."
"Okay, what about weapons?"
"Current weapon printers can print all the weapons and equipment on record, but this is only limited to individual soldier equipment."
"Thankfully, it's not just weapons that can be printed; equipment can be printed too. Speaking of which, we've entered the interstellar age, so exoskeletons should be available too, right?"
"some."
"Can I print this?"
"Yes, Captain."
What are they?
"There is only one type, which is the standard naval exoskeleton armor. The manufacturing standards and performance are the same, only the color is different."
"How's the performance?"
"After wearing it, it can greatly improve physical fitness, protect against continuous fire from small-caliber rifles, achieve a speed of 20 meters per second, and a jumping ability of 10 meters. In addition, the built-in life support system allows the wearer to survive in harsh environments."
"That amazing?"
Fang Heng was also very surprised to hear this data.
Because the main character in the game didn't actually perform well, only in the opening scene, it's understandable after thinking about it. After all, games often balance a lot of data for the sake of playability, but in reality, it's obviously impossible for them to perform that poorly.
What materials are needed to print one set? How long does it take to print?
No boy can resist weapons and equipment, so Fang Heng was also somewhat looking forward to it.
"Commander, we are currently short of materials and need you to prepare them. Once the materials are ready, the printing speed is very fast and it can be completed in just half an hour."
What materials are needed?
"I will give you a personal terminal shortly, and I will send the relevant data to it."
"Okay, by the way, can we get to the bridge now?"
"Yes, Commander, please follow me."
Following Ethan, the man and his aircraft quickly arrived at the bridge.
"Commander, this is the bridge. Currently, apart from the intact areas that can maintain data connection with the ship's intelligent system, the other damaged areas are offline and need to be repaired before they can be controlled."
Do you have any data regarding the disciplinary numbers?
Upon hearing Fang Heng's question, Ethan retrieved the data from the Punishment and projected it onto the holographic display panel.
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【SWC-141 USS Retribution】
Length: 637 meters
Height: 75 meters
Width: 212 meters
Conventional maximum propulsion speed: 220000 km/h
Crew: 2100 (full load)
Maximum payload: Jackal fighter jets (20), Raven transport aircraft (4)
arms:
High-speed interceptor cannons *8
8 missile launch silos
8x air defense array
Armor:
640mm reactive armor, covering vital spaces
Propulsion:
Solid fuel boosters (main propulsion) *12
7 vertical takeoff and landing thrusters
Warp Engine *1
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This is some basic information about the Punishment account. After reading it, Fang Heng also felt that his firepower was insufficient.
However, upon further reflection, the HMS Retribution is, after all, an aircraft carrier, and its primary mode of combat is still carrier-based aircraft.
Despite having only 20 Jackal fighters, the Punisher is equipped with small drones as auxiliary tools that can replenish ammunition for the Jackal fighters during combat, greatly increasing their combat capabilities.
Moreover, in real space battles, there isn't just one warship, the Retribution; usually, it's a fleet that operates as a unit.
"I see there's a warp drive on the engine; how effective is it?"
"Because it is a newly developed engine, it can only reach four times the speed of light at present. If it goes higher, the computing power of the ship's computer cannot support it, and it is easy to cause the ship to deviate from its course."
"Four times the speed of light, that's still impressive."
Fang Heng was pleasantly surprised to hear Ethan's answer.
Although the warp drive is currently damaged, once repaired, at least within the solar system, the other planets can serve as his mining sites.
"By the way, what did you mean when you said there was a high-energy reaction on my end?"
Fang Heng also thought of the high-energy reaction Ethan had mentioned earlier and asked again.
"Commander, according to our detection, there is a high-energy reaction zone in the same city where you previously lived. The radiation level in this area is extremely high, and even our exoskeleton armor cannot defend against it. That's why we teleported you here for your safety."
However, the radiation detected at the site is decreasing rapidly, which is unreasonable and seems more like man-made rather than natural decay.
"Can we see footage from the scene?"
"Yes, Commander, I'll retrieve it for you right away."
The original timeline of the Punishment ship was 2814, which is nearly 800 years longer than the present time. Naturally, its technological level was much higher, so in terms of information technology, it could completely overwhelm Earth and easily transmit the scene to the bridge.
Looking at the transmitted image, Fang Heng's expression also turned serious.
At the scene, the original flames had been extinguished, but the cordon remained in place and had been replaced by a military cordon.
"Commander, according to the information we have gathered, all residents within a 5-kilometer radius of the lockdown zone have been evacuated. Apart from the initial advance team which suffered from excessive radiation, the rest of the people on site have not been affected."
However, according to the life detectors at the scene, there were other life signs besides humans.
"Oh? Do you have any details?"
"No, Commander. All the data we have so far comes from the detection equipment on site. We don't have any related detection equipment on site, so I can't provide any more detailed information."
Fang Heng nodded in agreement.
"So, there's a possibility that extraterrestrial life exists at this site?"
"At present, yes."
At this point, the scene took a new turn.
The rescue team, searching for survivors inside the building, saw a tall figure resembling a lizard man as they opened a door.
Both sides were taken aback when they met.
Immediately afterwards, with a roar, the lizardman moved incredibly fast, charging forward and punching a rescue team member flying.
"Damn it, beat them up!"
Faced with this malicious creature that was clearly not human, the squad leader didn't hesitate and immediately ordered his men to open fire.
"Da da da!"
"Ding ding ding!"
The lizardmen reacted very quickly, grabbing the door panel and blocking the first wave of attacks.
"Hiss~ Roar!"
With a loud shout, the door flew off, crushing several team members outside the door beneath it.
Then, the lizardman quickly climbed up the outer wall through the window and made his escape.
"Damn it, command post, the seventh squad has been attacked, four people are injured, the attackers are not human, repeat, the attackers are not human."
"Command received. Seventh Squad, evacuate the scene immediately. Ninth Squad, move forward to provide support. Other squads, be on high alert. Authorization to open fire. Leave this guy here."
"Yes, sir."
It wasn't just the seventh squad; other squads also encountered these lizardmen.
However, due to the distance, the two sides have not yet fought each other.
It seems this lizardman is not friendly.
"Ethan, can you analyze this lizardman's physical attributes?"
"Commander, based on the available data, this lizardman's physical abilities are about 1.5 to 2 times that of a human. Since it's unclear whether this lizardman has been trained, based on the current situation, it's at least that much."
"Wow, that's so tall, and judging from the situation here, this guy is obviously quite intelligent. Maybe he really is an extraterrestrial."
"Commander, I suggest you repair the Retribution as soon as possible. As an interstellar warship, it will at least give you considerable firepower to protect your safety."
"Hmm, you're right. By the way, wasn't it said that we could travel to other dimensions? When can we start the time travel?"
"Commander, the teleportation device is charging and is expected to be usable in three days. Until then, I suggest you undergo emergency training to ensure you have some self-defense capabilities after the journey."
"That makes sense. Let's go, lead the way."
"Yes, Commander, please follow me."
Led by Ethan, Fang Heng arrived at the lower deck area, which is the combat readiness area for Marines before they go into battle. Here, Fang Heng will undergo seven days of intensive training.