We agreed to set sail, so you'd become the ruler of the deep sea?

Chapter 119 Congratulations, you've broken my limiter!

Boom!
A mechanical puppet was slammed against the wall of the carriage with a thud.

All the mechanical parts inside its body were out of place, and the red light in its eye sockets flickered and gradually dimmed.

"The enemy...is powerful...and cannot be destroyed..."

"Requesting...support..."

After uttering its last words, the mechanical puppet collapsed and quickly stopped moving.

At this moment, there were no standing mechanical puppets left in the carriage. They had either been violently dismantled or cleaved in two by greatswords, and lay peacefully scattered throughout the carriage.

Xia En walked over their damaged bodies, happily absorbing the [Secret Sea Crystal].

[Ship Spirit Level: LV3 (22%)!]

"Phew...that feels so good."

Xia En let out a long breath, feeling refreshed.

However, he also discovered a problem at this moment.

The Blood Demon Sword, which is exceptionally effective at slaying vampires like chopping vegetables, is less effective against these mechanical puppets.

After all, they don't have real blood in their bodies, nor are they affected by the curse effect of the [Blood Demon Sword].

In contrast, the simpler and more direct violence is easier to dismantle mechanical puppets.

But this suited Xia En's taste even better.

When it comes to numbers, he's never been afraid!

No operations, just values!
squeak-

Just then, the rear door of the carriage opened, and a mechanical puppet, over two meters tall and covered in gray-black sludge, stepped out.

Unlike ordinary mechanical puppets, it holds an exceptionally thick alloy spear in its hand.

"[Heavy Gunner] Intruder detected."

"Execute the orders of the Corrosion Lord... kill without mercy!"

Shaen raised an eyebrow: "Heavy spearmen? Different models of mechanical puppets?"

The mechanical golems that were killed earlier all belonged to the [Patrolmen].

This [Heavy Gunner] is clearly a minor elite monster among mechanical golems.

But there was no sign of backing down in Xia En's eyes; on the contrary, there was a hint of excitement.

This alloy spear looks tough and thick enough; it must be easy to use to pierce the core of other puppets, right?

The Heavy Gunner sensed his gaze and had a strange, ominous premonition. A faint rumble emanated from its steam core as it strode toward Shane.

Compared to the Patrolmen, the Heavy Gunners are terrifying in both size and charging momentum.

Even the metal floor of the carriage was shaking violently.

However, Shane was faster than it!
A shadow flashed across the dim seawater.

The greatsword slashed down fiercely!

Boom!
A deep, muffled thud came from the Heavy Gunner's head, and numerous cracks appeared on the metal of the helmet.

The heavy spearman, struck hard, leaned back slightly, but at the same time, it thrust its spear forward relentlessly.

"die!"

The heavy gunner let out a ferocious roar.

However, its sound suddenly stopped, like a phonograph that had jammed.

The alloy spear that had been thrust out landed on the enemy's flesh and blood, but did not pierce his chest as expected.

Instead, a clang rang out, the sound of metal clashing against metal.

It only pierces the surface of the skin and cannot penetrate even an inch further.

How can this intruder's body be so tough?!
[Ship Soul Power - 2!]

Xia En grinned as he looked at the prompts on the panel.

"The human body is amazing, isn't it?"

"Also, your big gun is pretty good, now... it's mine!"

With a forceful pull, Xia En removed the spear from the Heavy Spearman's hand.

Immediately, he turned the spear around and thrust it forward with all his might.

Click!

The already fragile helmet of the [Heavy Gunner] could not withstand the heavy blow and shattered suddenly.

Before its head completely shattered, Shane saw two strange, dark red flames among the gears, parts, and metal pieces.

"That was just now..."

"Soul fire?"

Xia En stroked his chin: "So, it really is a necromancer machine?"

He absorbed the Secret Sea Crystal of the [Heavy Gunner] once more, and an indescribable, chilling energy flowed into his body as well.

This must be what is known as "necromantic energy".

"But now that I also have this talent..."

"Doesn't that mean I can become a necromancer too?"

Xia En's expression was somewhat strange.

But after the experiment, he discovered that things were not so simple.

Shaen tried to find a scrapped mechanical puppet and infused it with this mysterious and profound energy.

This machine did briefly possess some kind of activity, but there was no sign of it igniting a soul fire, nor did it become a being that could speak and move like the [Heavy Gunner].

Shaen guessed that this was because he did not have mastery of the secret arts related to necromancy.

For arcane arts like necromancy, power alone is not enough; one must also learn the relevant knowledge.

Although Shane was a little disappointed that he couldn't use "summoning" or "mass production" tactics, he quickly found another way to use [Necromantic Energy].

This secret power can temporarily bind dead metals together and even reshape them.

Xia En looked down at the body of the [Heavy Gunner] at his feet, and a bold idea popped into his mind.

……

……

Not long after, three heavy infantry units arrived at the carriage.

Looking at the numerous damaged mechanical puppets and the chaotic scene resembling the destruction caused by giant beasts, they couldn't help but feel surprised and uneasy.

"This intruder... is very strong!"

Be careful!

Soon, they noticed a [Heavy Gunner] lying in the corner and went over to ask.

"are you OK?"

"Where are the intruders?"

Beneath the cracked visor of this Heavy Gunner, a unique distorted sound from its sound-emitting device emanated.

"The intruder...has left..."

"His target...is suspected to be...the power room!"

The Heavy Spearman behind the three platforms vaguely felt that this fellow soldier was a bit strange, but since he did have the aura of the Rust Lord, he didn't suspect anything further.

"It's the power room? We need to go provide support!"

One of the heavy gunners decisively turned around and headed towards the rear carriage.

At this moment, the heavily wounded Heavy Gunner stood up, much to their surprise.

"Are you... still able to fight?"

"It's my responsibility that I failed to stop the intruders."

The wounded soldier croaked, "I will... fight for the Rust Lord!"

These words immediately convinced the three Heavy Gunners, who echoed them with fervent enthusiasm.

"For the sake of the Corrosion King!"

Then, the four of them immediately headed toward the carriage where the engine room was located.

But oddly enough.

The mechanical puppets passing by the carriages were all unharmed and claimed that they had not seen the intruders arrive.

The heavy spearman, whose faceplate was covered in cracks, said sternly.

"The intruders may have... special... disguise methods..."

"We cannot let our guard down."

The other mechanical puppets also thought he made sense, so they prepared to patrol the power room anyway.

We passed through about a dozen carriages.

The puppets arrived at a tightly closed door.

There stood a mechanical puppet that resembled a fortress.

Its body almost reached the ceiling of the carriage, while its lower body was fused with the carriage, indistinguishable from it.

Numerous dark cannon barrels, along with a variety of weapons, are mounted on its sixteen arms.

It resembles an angry Vajra.

Simply standing at the end of the carriage gives one a strong sense of oppression.

As these mechanical puppets approached, two dark red lights appeared above the fortress, emanating a low, cold voice.

"Heavy Gunners, what... are you doing here?"

"This is not territory for you to set foot in."

The lead heavy spearman rushed forward: "Guardian of the City, an intruder has broken into the Serpent of the Midgard."

"The target... appears to be the power room."

"Ah……"

The mechanical fortress named "Guardian" sneered, "You may all step back."

"With me guarding this place, no intruder can break through."

"If he dares to come, all that awaits him... is a miserable death!"

The mechanical puppets exchanged glances, and then silently walked back the way they came.

Although this [City Guardian] speaks arrogantly, it does indeed possess the strength and confidence to do so.

Just quickly.

The Guardians noticed that a heavily wounded Heavy Gunner had not left.

Upon closer inspection, it sensed something amiss with the puppet; beneath its tattered shell, something terrifying seemed to be lurking!
Why haven't you left yet?

"Wait, you're not a [Heavy Gunner], you are..."

The [City Guardian] reacted incredibly quickly. After noticing the anomaly, a mechanical arm, carrying immense force, slammed down on the puppet below.

boom! ! !
As the heavy water flowed down, the metal on the surface of the mechanical puppet was constantly squeezed, cracks appeared, and it eventually shattered!
However, from the broken metal armor, a dark, large hand reached out.

"Congratulations, you've broken my limiter."

next moment.

A fleshy fist collides with a giant mechanical hand.

A difference of several times in body size.

boom!
The raging torrent of water expanded and swept across the area as the two fists collided!
The seemingly fragile and tiny fist remained unharmed, while fine cracks began to spread across the giant mechanical hand.

"How can it be!?"

The Guardian roared in disbelief.

The heavily wounded Heavy Gunner was none other than Shane.

Although he was confident in his abilities, he didn't know where the power room that imprisoned the laborers was located.

So he thought of using necromantic energy for disguise, putting on the "clothes" of a heavy gunner, and letting the mechanical golems lead the way to his destination.

Clearly, his disguise was a great success.

Right now, the only obstacle standing in Xia En's way is this [City Guardian]!
Without hesitation, Xia En immediately activated "Phase Two".

A surge of mysterious power, bordering on violent, expanded within his body like ocean waves.

Xia En picked up the alloy gun, strode forward, and launched an unstoppable charge towards the mechanical fortress in front of him!

(End of this chapter)