Shadows of the Deep Space Chapter 1621: 526: Elrosatin_3

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Previously on Shadows of the Deep Space...
Federation forces clashed fiercely with invading Mechanical Clan troops breaching the A7 defense line, suffering heavy casualties as the battle stalemated. From the Doomed Light, Su Ming directed missile strikes and team assaults to contain the influx, while Alekde in the Divine Concealment mobilized star destroyers and elites against the advancing main force, including the towering V-type Fortress-level Kodok and serpentine VI-type Lord-level Fadale. Intense combat erupted as Gray Crystal exchanged devastating beams with Kodok, Sigurd engaged Fadale in close quarters, and Cage's units confronted Nightmare Beast Diluk and others. Su Ming issued targeted commands to eradicate segmented threats, detecting the approaching V-type Commander-level Phantom Moth Beast Kubler and ordering Rhein to intercept it with fire support.

Su Ming promptly gave the command to Rhein.

“Yes!”

Rhein answered without any delay.

With a deep inhalation, Su Ming surveyed the vast battlefield, filled with exploding fireworks in all directions, as the conflict grew even more intense.

“Su Ming, the foes are attacking with such ferocity; it's tough just to hold on. How will we ever overpower them?”

Saisi questioned Su Ming in a tone full of despair.

“Hold on a little more; a chance will surely arise.”

Su Ming responded with steady composure.

“I truly hope you're right.”

Celeste let out a sigh and answered.

Moments passed by, yet the Mechanical Clan's assault not only persisted but grew stronger.

One after another, defensive armaments were obliterated, and the gaps in the lines expanded further.

Casualties among the Federation forces mounted rapidly, and Su Ming's own troops endured certain damages as well.

Suddenly, the Sunshine's Scanning Device emitted a shrill alert, displaying a massive red marker, accompanied by a ominous black alert panel.

“Warning: Intense Klein Creature signal identified.”

“Warning: Mechanical Race·Elorastin Deputy Clan Leader spotted.”

….

Li Menghan swiftly engaged the Optical Device to obtain visuals.

Whoosh!

A colossal, planet-like skull-formed Mechanical Fortress, built from unique black living metal, came into sight, its exterior laced with crimson energy conduits, and lengthy mechanical tendrils protruding from its base.

Su Ming's face turned gravely solemn upon beholding this structure known as Erosion Sun, the stronghold of Elorazad Deputy Clan Leader.

“It's arriving!”

Expressions of dread and anxiety appeared on Li Menghan and the others.

They were fully aware of the immense power this fortress possessed.

“Stay calm; Commander Alekde will deal with it.”

Su Ming stated with poise.

In that instant, the Legendary Level Star Destroyer·Divine Concealment advanced from the backlines to the forefront, its primary cannon glowing with dazzling radiance, while all firing ports from 1 to 1000W activated across its frame.

Elorazad Deputy Clan Leader commanded the skull-like Erosion Sun Fortress, unleashing its might, as scarlet glow erupted from the nasal openings.

Whoosh!

Divine Concealment struck first, unleashing a fearsome golden ray along with a multitude of missiles.

The Erosion Sun Fortress promptly erected the Klein Barrier.

Boom!

The golden ray collided with the shield, detonating into a splendid solar burst.

Following that, a volley of missiles rained down.

At this point, the crimson energy veins across Erosion Sun's surface flared up, emitting a ring of red ripples.

Every approaching missile turned instantly into inert metal debris, harmlessly bouncing off the Klein Barrier like mere stones.

Elorazad Deputy Clan Leader retaliated by launching a devastating dark crimson beam.

All in its trajectory—be it sluggish mechanical insects, mechas, or drifting asteroids—disintegrated and melted away.

Legendary Level Star Destroyer·Divine Concealment.

Visado announced, his face showing a subtle shift.

“Commander Alekde, the missile salvo has been neutralized; the enemy's main gun is firing!”

“Engage the GN Position Barrier now!”

Commander Alekde ordered without pause.

The dark crimson beam struck Divine Concealment, dispersing upon contact.

Adjacent mechas and defensive installations detonated from the shockwave.

The whole Divine Concealment trembled fiercely, with the GN Position Barrier's integrity dropping by half.

Just then, the Erosion Sun Fortress's exterior writhed, birthing scarlet mechanical orbs that spun like living entities, unleashing horrifying rays toward the defensive perimeter.

Rumble~

The provisional defense line saw its weapons and vessels erupt in destruction.

“Ah~”

A cry of agony echoed through the open communication line.

Meanwhile, Gabres fixed his aim on the Erosion Sun Fortress and bellowed over the comms.

“Brothers, charge with me!”

“Yes!”

The generals replied with fervent zeal.

Gabres piloted the VI Generation Mecha·Dark Annihilation Apostle, morphing into a ominous black torrent, hurtling toward Erosion Sun.

A host of generals maneuvered their mechas to trail behind.

Within the Erosion Sun Fortress.

Elorazad Deputy Clan Leader was engaged in ruthless extermination.

Suddenly, Fremeka issued an urgent alert.

“Sir, the Federation's Dark Annihilation Apostle has entered the fray!”

“That old fool Kabunofa is present too? Even so, what threat does he pose? He'll perish here regardless!”

Elorazad displayed brief astonishment, then laughed maniacally.

“Understood, sir.”

Fremeka affirmed deferentially.

In the cosmic void.

Dark Annihilation Apostle surged forward with abrupt speed, streaking like a comet toward the Erosion Sun Fortress.

A horde of Mechanical Octopuses and flying mechanical bugs converged, creating a dark mechanical whirlwind to impede Dark Annihilation Apostle.

“Out of my path!”

Gabres unleashed the full force of Dark Annihilation Apostle explosively, shrouding the mecha in dark energy.

Bang!

Dark Annihilation Apostle smashed straight into the whirlwind.

The dark mechanical vortex shattered in an instant.

Now, the eyes on Erosion Sun Fortress swiveled, targeting Dark Annihilation Apostle, and unleashed a frenzy of beams.

Gabres deftly evaded with Dark Annihilation Apostle, then delivered a powerful blow against the Erosion Sun Fortress's Klein Barrier!

The Klein Barrier shuddered intensely, waves of distortion spreading across it.

Gabres used the backlash to flip Dark Annihilation Apostle away.

The Erosion Sun Fortress then whipped its enormous mechanical tentacles toward Gabres.

Gabres guided the mecha in swift dodges around the tentacles, then slashed fiercely with a dark sword, cleaving the final one.

Crunch!

The mechanical tentacle was completely lopped off, sparks of electricity dancing at the severed end.

Gabres’ subordinates, positioned at a distance, zeroed in on Erosion Sun Fortress and discharged their beams.