Apocalypse: I Build A Doomsday Train Chapter 1253 - 483: The Coming of Crimson (Part 2)

Similar to the prior engagement within the submarine base against the menacing black serpent, Lin Xian's vast drone army found itself in a desperate struggle. Without the crucial aid of his gravitational lens and KIKI's unique abilities, the drones were merely fodder, unable to even dent the formidable defenses of the monstrous entity. In such dire circumstances, even tens of thousands would serve no purpose but to be consumed, compelling Lin Xian to make a swift and decisive choice.

The principle guiding him was clear: if something is worth building, it should be the absolute best!

Without hesitation, Lin Xian uploaded the schematics for the formidable [Iron Man] and the agile [Dragon Girl] mechas into the Black Star Forge's construction queue. He initiated the building process, dedicating six construction sequences to produce three units of each design for an initial trial run.

With a resounding whoosh, the construction sequences sprang to life, commencing their work.

[Iron Man—Steel Bone X01 Intelligent Combat Mecha under construction, 05:02:59]

[Dragon Girl—Reaper X01 Intelligent Combat Mecha under construction, 05:07:59]

"To take nearly five hours for a single unit is quite acceptable. If all seven sequences are running at full capacity, we could produce around thirty units daily. However, the consumption of materials is substantial..."

Gazing at the rapidly assembling all-metal mecha frames within the construction bays, Lin Xian felt no concern regarding the material cost. His focus was wholly captured by the anticipation of his impending, powerful mecha legion. He vividly recalled how a singular Dancer No.1 had managed to suppress the formidable Ning Jing and Xiao Qing, who were already at the Frenzy Level, during their last encounter. Had Lin Xian's mechanical superpower been stronger, controlling them would have been far simpler.

Now, with an added Ghost Wolf Armor set equipping Dancer No.1, an upgraded outer shell, a VK electric knife integrated with a high-energy plasma cutting wire bundle device, and its combat simulations enhanced by Viola's advanced computational power, Lin Xian could barely fathom the immense destructive potential this new [Dragon Girl] mecha would possess!

"Once they are completed tomorrow, Shu Qin can take one for a spin and assess just how much they've evolved as genetic evolvers..."

Lin Xian's initial plan involved seeking out Ning Jing or Xiao Qing for testing. However, given Ning Jing's transformation into a colossal giantess and Xiao Qing's current uncertain state, Shu Qin emerged as the more practical choice for this evaluation.

Having settled on his course of action, Lin Xian immersed himself in the fabrication of the high-energy particle beam array device. This particular piece of equipment presented considerably less manufacturing complexity, having been previously employed by the Seventh Investigation Corps in Xilan City. They had utilized it to launch powerful blasts skyward, repelling aerial Abnormal Bodies. Lin Xian's adapted version was primarily intended to project a devastating 'particle beam grille' from the hull of his vessel, serving as a potent defensive measure to supersede the existing Electric Blade System. The very first unit produced, however, was designated for installation on the Sky Dome Train.

With this new system in place, it would be exceptionally effective at neutralizing any monstrous threats attempting to scale the ship's exterior, proving far more advantageous than the previous arc pulse string vibrator.

By 8 AM, Lin Xian had successfully manufactured a complete ship-set of the high-energy particle beam array. Utilizing his remaining construction sequence, he then produced six G-6T Electromagnetic Railguns for shipboard deployment, retrieving them from the Black Star Forge for installation by the maintenance robots.

The Sky Dome Train was now outfitted with formidable combat capabilities, boasting triple-mounted Orbit Shock Star Cannons for engaging primary targets at long range, a 328-unit hive missile launcher for widespread destruction, and several reserved Hai Bo Long Oriented Constraint Cannons for decisive initial strikes. Complementing these were the I-18 shipborne multi-leaf plasma cannon, the 1130 Close Defense Cannon, and the G-6T Electromagnetic Railgun, all contributing to a sustained static firepower output. Collectively, this arsenal's might surpassed that of a conventional Dreadnought-class Airship!

With all preparations for battle concluded, Lin Xian disembarked from the train. He proceeded to secure the intercontinental military train, a recent acquisition from the Federation Interstellar Army’s 974 Defense Group, to the rear of the Sky Dome Train. This allowed both massive constructs to proceed along the oceanic orbital branch line, charting a course towards South America.

The combined military combat train now comprised a staggering fifty-five carriages. Fifteen of these were dedicated firepower carriages, housing land-based automatic cannon arrays, missile launching units, plasma pulse cannons, and anti-aircraft cannons. The remaining carriages consisted of flatbeds and logistical transports carrying essential supplies, alongside six life support carriages designated for the soldiers.

Lin Xian initiated a comprehensive reorganization of the train's contents. Using his drones, he meticulously transferred the heavy TFV600 dual-barrel tanks and various military mechas onto the Sky Dome Train. This massive undertaking involved relocating a total of thirty tanks, four Fire Gods, twelve Iron Guard-3 Military Assault Types, eight Guardian-X Assault Types, two 'Purgatory Inferno' Fireline Machine-MX units, seventeen armored vehicles, four high-altitude reconnaissance drones, and a Sky Patrol Machine.

Foreseeing potential orbital catastrophes that would mandate the Sky Dome Train's ascent, flatbed trailers proved inadequate for maintaining airborne equilibrium. Consequently, Lin Xian uncoupled and absorbed the flatbed trailers, retaining solely the enclosed carriages. He then proceeded to reinforce and stabilize the remaining twenty-plus carriages, mirroring Infinity's design by affixing small external propellers for steady flight and mobilizing over a hundred transport and maintenance drones for unforeseen contingencies.

With all preparations complete, Lin Xian found himself drenched in perspiration, the enormity of the task having taken its toll. The meticulously engineered train could not be returned to the Black Star Forge, as it might be required urgently. Had time been less of a constraint, he might have contemplated deploying Infinity as well.

"Upon reaching solid ground, I shall afford you a thorough refit and incorporate you into my Unlimited Fleet. Subsequently, the firepower of my fleet will be elevated even further."

Perched atop the train, Lin Xian saluted the barrel of the automatic cannon, inhaled deeply, and marveled at his nocturnal creation: an armed train, resembling a verdant dragon, trailing the four-kilometer Sky Dome Train, radiating an aura of formidable might.