4: Chapter 4: The Qin Dynasty's Armored Warriors!

"Th-this is the Main Base!?"

A chorus of astonished voices rang out in the high-level conference room.

The structure on the screen, built of metal and filled with intricate mechanisms, made the officers unable to believe their eyes.

The Main Base selected last time for the Western Jin Dynasty was nothing more than a dilapidated wooden building.

Yet, the Main Base before them looked like a fortress that could only be unlocked in the Middle Stage!

The officers, who had just been angry because Su Yang chose the Qin Dynasty, now had their eyes wide open, their shock beyond words.

"To think they could build houses with metal; is this really a dynasty from thousands of years ago?"

"That mechanical lock on the gate is probably on par with our modern technology!"

"The lock is even steam-driven. Isn't that technology only unlocked in England during the Steam Age?"

"What is going on? Is the Qin Dynasty's level of technology not the Bronze Age?"

The Expert Group beside them quickly began to analyze Su Yang's architecture, their eyes gradually brightening.

"The Main Base is constructed from bronze of varying contents!"

"The Qin Dynasty was indeed in the Bronze Age, but their understanding and use of bronze Materials had already reached the pinnacle."

"As for steam technology, the ancients have long utilized water; steam propulsion means they have also reached the peak in this regard."

Was a dynasty from thousands of years ago actually this advanced?

The officers were all startled.

Although they knew there was a high probability of territory talent bonuses, territory talents are also based on the characteristics of the dynasty.

This meant that the historical Qin Dynasty also once possessed world-leading technological capabilities.

"Does this mean our start is not bad?" the General of the Military Department asked.

The experts beside him slowly shook their heads.

"Although the craftsmanship of the Qin Dynasty is admirable, it is ultimately only at the level of the Bronze Age."

"Craftsmanship does not represent combat capability; we still need to look at the initial unit type."

"However, the initial unit type is likely unable to escape the limitations of the era; cold weapons of the Bronze Age will not have high combat power."

"Although there are surprises, our situation remains difficult, and the avoidance strategy is still the optimal choice."

The words of the Expert Group calmed the officers down.

It's a pity the era is too ancient; it's too weak in the early stages.

...

Official livestream.

"Whoa! What is that! A doomsday fortress?"

"So cool, am I seeing things?"

"That's pretty cool! It's way better than that little wooden hut in the second round."

In the livestream, the Expert Group engaged in a heated discussion around the large screen.

The level of craftsmanship is superb, but the level of technology is still the Bronze Age.

Just like water, no matter how much it is heated, it cannot exceed its boiling point.

No matter how superb the craftsmanship of the Bronze Age is, it cannot break free from the shackles of technology.

Its unit type can only be a group of soldiers holding bronze swords, destined not to have high combat power.

The Expert Group unanimously agreed that Su Yang is still in great danger in the early stages.

Although the conclusion reached by the Expert Group was not optimistic, the public's mood was much better than before.

"It's already not bad, at least it's not some wooden hut! It's much better than we imagined."

"The architectural level is so strong, so the military industry level must be decent too. I believe in Su Yang!"

"Yes, don't give up everyone, hope is still there!!"

...

Su Yang opened the unit panel, and a prompt suddenly sounded in his mind.

Barracks building detected, Great Qin Heavy Industry trait triggered!

[Barracks] >>> [Imperial Armor Camp]

[Soldiers] >>> [Great Qin Armored Elite Soldier unit]

Imperial Armor Camp, Great Qin Armored Elite Soldier unit.

Triggered Great Qin Heavy Industry trait and obtained an upgrade.

Su Yang's eyes flickered; these two names sounded significant.

Could the initial soldiers really bring him a surprise?

Took out the blueprint.

Su Yang built the Imperial Armor Camp next to the lords residence.

Click—

Click—

The pleasant sound of parts interlocking ended.

The unit building—Imperial Armor Camp—stood in the wind.

Like the lords residence, the Imperial Armor Camp was also almost entirely composed of bronze metal.

The size was slightly smaller, but the Aura remained powerful.

And because it was a barracks building, some decorative components from the residence were removed.

The entire Imperial Armor Camp exuded an Aura of stern killing intent.

Su Yang nodded, and anticipation couldn't help but rise in his heart.

Entered the Imperial Armor Camp panel.

[Imperial Armor Camp]

[command points: 1000]

[Unit List]

[Unit: Great Qin Armored Elite Soldier]

[Unit Type: Melee Infantry]

[command points required for summoning: 100]

[Summoning time: 5 seconds]

Soldiers, the most important source of combat power for a lord.

Whether for early-stage exploration or Middle Stage to Late Stage combat, soldier units are the absolute core.

One of the major factors for Su Yang choosing the Qin Dynasty was the soldiers.

The prestige of the Qin Elite Soldier, the strongest special forces of the Warring States period, was known to all.

With the addition of the military merit and peerage system, the Qin Elite Soldier at that time could almost be said to be the strongest infantry of the cold weapon era.

Now, with the technology bonus from Great Qin Heavy Industry, their combat power will only climb to a higher level!

Summoning one soldier requires consuming 100 command points; the current command points are 1000.

This means that in the early stages, he can have at most 10 Armored Elite Soldiers.

command points are a special resource in the Forbidden Ground that is independent of other natural resources.

Similar to points in a game, command points can only be obtained by killing enemies, expanding territory, or completing special tasks or achievements.

In addition to summoning soldiers, unlocking talents, technology, and Main Base upgrades all require consuming command points.

Therefore, command points are the absolute core resource.

How to reasonably allocate command points is also a required course for every lord.

Summon one soldier first.

Su Yang intended to first see the combat power of the early-stage units.

With a thought.

[command points - 100]

Hiss—

Steam gushed out from the top of the Imperial Armor Camp, followed by the sound of machinery operating.

Clang!

A crisp clashing sound rang out, and the machinery gradually stopped operating.

Everything fell silent.

Click-clack—

The mechanical parts on the gate of the Imperial Armor Camp rotated rapidly, and the metal gate slowly opened.

As the gate opened, a burst of high-temperature steam spilled out, and heavy footsteps sounded.

Su Yang stared fixedly at the thick white mist, holding his breath.

Thump—

The first thing that stepped out of the steam was a foot.

The foot was wearing the square-mouthed, round-toed shoes of the Qin Dynasty.

Looking closely, beneath the shoe, there was a square metal plate.

The metal plate had connecting components on both sides, linked via blue-gray bronze power axles to the metal kneepads and components on the knee.

Su Yang's mouth opened slightly.

Does 'Imperial Armor' mean bronze battle armor?

Thump—

Thump—

The Armored Elite Soldier stepped out of the thick white steam in two strides, appearing fully before Su Yang.

He saw that over the simplified Qin Dynasty attire, the soldier was equipped with a full set of bronze exoskeleton armor!

Thick, blue-gray metal plates were mounted on vital parts of the body.

Between the armor plates, they were connected by metal axles, gears, and various connection devices.

Behind the soldier, there was also a cylindrical mechanical disc.

With every step, the mechanical parts inside the disc operated accordingly, and plumes of high-temperature steam sprayed out from the exhaust vents above.

This was not just a set of exoskeleton armor; it was a set of steam-powered battle armor!!

[Image]

Great Qin Armored Elite Soldier

And judging from the appearance, this set of exoskeleton armor was already very mature.

While the heavy metal ensured the armor's protection, various mechanisms also preserved the armor's flexibility.

Su Yang was somewhat dumbfounded.

He had thought there would be a surprise, but he didn't expect such a big surprise!

Even modern technology had not fully mastered exoskeleton technology.

Yet the Qin Dynasty soldier before him had already put it into practical application.

Is this Great Qin Heavy Industry!

Hiss—

The Armored Elite Soldier stood still before Su Yang and removed his helmet with both hands.

Accompanied by bursts of steam, he bowed in salute.

"Greetings, Your Majesty!!"