"We will be responsible for the frontal assault."
The North American representative took over the conversation.
Everyone had assumed he would choose the mission that consumed the most resources but required less technical skill.
However, everyone present was indeed highly skilled—
"The FT-70."
"A new type of combat vehicle, with a Spectral Scattering Cannon as its main weapon, equipped with a Reactive Camouflage Scanner and a Rift Generator... a mass-produced model."
What appeared before everyone.
Was a combat vehicle whose structure didn't look particularly sturdy, but its platinum-gold armor possessed a unique aesthetic—its defensive capabilities probably didn't allow it to be called a tank. It utilized an anti-gravity engine for levitation and movement. Its never-before-seen "Spectral Scattering Cannon" could bundle high-energy photons to sever nearly all known substances (provided the output was sufficient), and in the process, scatter onto nearby targets.
"Compared to defense."
"This vehicle's weaponry, whether against large Honkai Beasts or small clusters, can achieve excellent results."
"The only thing limiting it isn't technology or production capacity."
"It's training the corresponding vehicle crews—this project is already in mass production, but we haven't had enough time to cultivate a sufficient number of crew members."
"The thirty vehicles transported this time are all we have... If the number of ordinary Honkai Beasts doesn't continue to increase, then it should be enough."
The North American representative paused slightly.
"I forgot to mention."
"This model of combat vehicle... is codenamed 'Phantom'."
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"Since both sides have shown their sincerity."
Attention returned to the Mu Continent representative.
The North American representative had not only provided thirty "Phantom" combat vehicles but had also taken on the responsibility for Sydney's frontal defense—though the "1st Fleet" stationed in the Pacific had suffered a joint surprise attack from the Quillspike-class and Tide-class, it hadn't reached the point of critical damage. With support from the "3rd Fleet" and "7th Fleet" en route from East Asia and the Central Pacific, the naval support that could be projected onto the main battlefield was not to be underestimated.
"We also have a gift for everyone."
Soon, the Mu Continent representative demonstrated the so-called sincerity of a third superpower—
"The 'Holy Lance,' divided into three, the blade that pierced the body of Jesus. We name this God-Slaying Weapon thus:"
"Longinus."
An image of a "twin-pointed long spear," its surface covered in a deep red like dried blood, with lines twisted and entangled, appeared on the round table.
"Crafted using rare 'quantum' matter harvested from the 'Sea Abyss,' its materialization restricted through specific technical means, then mixed with Soul Steel and other metals."
"This weapon possesses the special effect of 'annihilating' Honkai energy."
"No matter the intensity of a Honkai energy shell, it will burst like a bubble before 'Longinus'; and if it so much as grazes the core of a Honkai Beast it pierces, it can instantly reduce it to ashes."
The Mu Continent representative described the terrifying effects of "Longinus."
"Only three pieces?"
"Yes... No, to be precise, the complete 'Longinus' is divided into three parts—according to the intelligence we've gathered, even the most heavily defended entity in the Honkai Beast legion does not require the use of the complete God-Slaying Spear."
"One-third is already sufficient."
"..."
"So, what are the limitations?"
Such a powerful piece of equipment.
If it had been brought out from the beginning, it could have saved many steps and troubles.
It didn't make sense for the Mu Continent to reveal this trump card only at the end—they were usually not shy about hiding their technology.
"This task must be executed by humans."
"?"
"What I mean is."
"'Longinus' cannot be 'launched' by any means—it doesn't just annihilate Honkai energy; from the moment it was created, all 'energy' that approaches the God-Slaying Spear will be absorbed by it completely."
"Perhaps due to our insufficient capabilities, we have yet to discover where the critical point of its absorption limit lies."
"Touching this thing... an Armed Doll would even be directly paralyzed, as if its soul were absorbed by the spear."
"Strangely enough."
"Only humans, or more precisely, humans modified by Honkai energy, can wield this weapon for a short period—in other words, The Flame-Chasers' 'NT-Newtype Modified Humans' could probably bear the cost of fighting while holding the spear."
"For how long?"
"It depends on the situation."
"Longest duration?"
"According to known intelligence, your Captain-level personnel... can probably sustain it for about half a minute."
The one questioning the Mu Continent representative.
Was the UN representative chairing this meeting, who had remained silent until now, and who was also a high-ranking member of The Flame-Chasers.
"..."
A Captain from The Flame-Chasers.
Humans of this caliber were basically at the pinnacle of individual human combat strength (even without further modification).
Large-scale group battles aside.
They were active everywhere in small-scale conflicts and high-risk operations against Honkai.
According to the Mu Continent's statement.
Using "Longinus" to attack Honkai Beasts was very likely a one-way trip...
"I accept on behalf of the Captains."
The Flame-Chasers' representative did not hesitate for long before giving a slight nod, agreeing to the plan.
The "people" of the Mu Continent never lied—at most, they employed linguistic traps—and the research results they presented were absolutely reliable.
The destructive power of the Honkai Beast legion was too immense.
If they couldn't resolve the three biggest problems—the Chariot-class as the spearhead, the Temple-class excelling in both offense and defense, and the unshakable Warlord-class.
It would be impossible to repel, let alone defeat, the Honkai Beast offensive.
If conventional means were used.
The cost to take down those three clearly leader-level, super-large Honkai Beasts would be unimaginably tragic.
This mission.
The Flame-Chasers had to accept.
"One moment."
After The Flame-Chasers' representative nodded in agreement, the North American representative made a slight additional request.
"This one."
As the image was filtered through layers, a not-very-clear photo of Lu Xing, standing atop Cheche's head, appeared in everyone's vision.
"I believe everyone here has heard intelligence regarding this humanoid Honkai Beast."
"Although its size is small, and its direct threat is far less than the few we just discussed, if it were to escape... a creature that can infiltrate cities to spread plagues and has the ability to survive a nuclear blast."
"The extent of the threat it would pose needs no further elaboration, does it?"
"Understood."
The Flame-Chasers' representative nodded in agreement.
"This operation..."
With a light tap of his right hand, the image in the air vanished completely.
"I will have the Captains pay it extra attention."