Gundam, driving a mass-produced machine will change the world

Cyril's goal was not to knock Axis off Earth. Ultimately, Cyril did not have a clear stance on whether humanity would live on Earth or in space in the future.

All he wanted was for humanity to accept his leadership. In the eyes of this arrogant man, Sirocco, the world had become what it was because useless mediocrities filled human society. Therefore, the solution to change the world was simple: let elites like himself lead humanity.

As for the future social structure and future course of development, he can overcome those challenges through his personal wisdom.

So what is the biggest obstacle to Sirocco's world domination? It is naturally the military group led by Eli.

Currently, the forces assembled here to prevent the asteroid from falling are arguably the most elite in the Earth sphere. From the Luna to the Undertecs, from the Augustus to the Titans, the annihilation of these forces would be a severe blow to their respective organizations.

Not to mention that the Titans had already lost its senior command, and after this battle, it could be concluded that the main body of the Titans had withdrawn from the historical stage.

How will Sirocco destroy these forces?
The answer is Axis.

The destruction of Axis's nuclear engine nozzles was something Sirocco had anticipated, and at the same time, it was the only way to get the fleets closer to Axis so Sirocco could react.

Sirocco's response was also quite simple.

He intended to overheat Axis's nuclear reactor, causing Axis to disintegrate. To ensure that Axis's disintegration would inflict sufficient damage on the Federation fleet, key internal components of Axis were equipped with devices connected in series with MS power reactors, which would further break Axis into smaller fragments.

High-speed rock fragments propelled by an explosion would be powerful kinetic energy weapons in space.

According to Sirocco's calculations, the fleet surrounding Axis would suffer about 30% incapacitation after the nuclear reactor collapses, as well as a debris-filled environment that would be detrimental to fleet operations.

The rest of the time, he piloted the Theo into battle.

If you want to seize power, how can you not take risks?

Yes, even for Sirocco, facing these fleets alone is merely a "risk."

"Stop it!"

A young voice echoed in Sirocco's mind, causing him to turn around almost reflexively. The Newtypes reacted quickly, but Sirocco could only glance back at the beam of light hurtling towards him from within the cockpit.

The beam struck the golden armor of the Iron Man in the blink of an eye, but it had no effect. It was neither neutralized by the I-field and dissipated, nor was it melted into the armor by the anti-beam coating.

The beam of light struck the armor without making a sound; it simply disappeared without a trace, like throwing a stone into a pond without creating any splash or ripples.

"how come?"

Camus was somewhat incredulous. He had just used his new Z Gundam, whose beam output power was several times that of the MK-II. Even an MA model equipped with an I-field should have been able to penetrate a portion of it with the beam saber mounted on the I-field blast sword.

But Camus quickly composed himself, his disbelief vanishing as his gaze turned serious. He thrust his hands forward on the control stick, and the thrusters on the back of the Z Gundam burst forth with brilliant light, propelling the machine toward Theo in front of him.

"Camus, don't act rashly!"

Behind the Zeta Gundam was a Qubeley. Needless to say, the one standing here now is Haman.

After the Battle of Sedan Gate, and with Hamann's assistance in arranging for the former Zeon soldiers, Hamann was relieved of her command duties in the AEUG. The Hamann who is now here is, in terms of organizational structure, practically Camus's subordinate. This difference in status makes Hamann somewhat uncomfortable, but being freed from heavy responsibilities allows her to focus more intently on the battlefield.

It was only at this point that Haman truly understood why Char wanted to be a pure MS pilot. Even Newtypes ultimately need to put themselves in others' shoes to truly understand them.

However, now was not the time to ponder such philosophical questions. As Haman released his funnels, he frowned and followed the figure of the Z Gundam to the Teo who had already turned around.

The moment the beam disappeared greatly bothered Hamann; it didn't seem like something that could be achieved through technological means. Compared to Camus, Hamann had a more meticulous mind, and before Camus and Theo could even engage in close combat, she unleashed a volley of fire from the floating cannons.

"A useless move."

Inside Theo, Sirocco, not wearing his pilot suit, proudly watched the charging Z Gundam. He understood Camus's thinking; Theo, which he piloted, didn't appear to possess close-combat capabilities. With ranged attacks proving ineffective, close-quarters combat seemed the most efficient method.

Qubeley's beam struck Theo's surface, but it vanished as futilely as a pebble that could not cause a ripple.

Immediately following, the Z Gundam closed in, raising its I-Field Blast Sword, the I-Field attached to the blade, and slashed down at the core of the Teo Gundam in front of it!

However, at this extremely close range, the thrusters on the front of the massive Teo suddenly lit up, and it retreated at a speed that did not match the impression of its enormous size, perfectly avoiding the attack made by the Z Gundam.

"It's not over yet!"

As Camus shouted this, the Zeta Gundam extended its right arm forward, and the I-Field Claw immediately followed up with an attack, heading straight for Theo's head.

But Camus, preoccupied with getting rid of this annoying guy, didn't notice that Theo's shoulders in front of him spread out, revealing a dense barrage of missiles, followed by a barrage of fire at extremely close range.

However, after realizing he was in danger, Camus continued to press forward recklessly, seemingly determined to take down Theo at the cost of serious injury.

"Buzz-"

A beam net woven from funnels wrapped around the Z Gundam, and as the slender beams shifted, they detonated missiles aimed at the Z Gundam in mid-air.

Camus was not someone who didn't value his own life. He dared to do this because he had people he could trust and rely on behind him.

Even now, despite the tightness in Camus's chest caused by the missile exploding right in front of him, his eyes remained fixed on Theo's single eye.

Willpower is being communicated to each other at this moment.

"Don't stop me, humanity needs my leadership to bring about change."

"Human beings are capable of leading themselves!"

"Then show me how you can give those ignorant people wisdom."

The exchange of thoughts lasted only a moment; in reality, the Z Gundam's grappling hook had already firmly grasped the missile pod on Theo's right shoulder.

Despite its enormous size, Theo carries dozens of propulsion devices. This allows Theo to maintain remarkable mobility, contrary to its appearance, even with these external components.

So at the last moment, Sirocco slightly shifted away from Theo's stance, dodging Camus's furious attack. The additional missile pod on his right shoulder shattered instantly; clearly, in close combat, Theo couldn't disrupt the attack by using positional means like making the beam disappear.

But Camus, who wanted to press his advantage, suddenly stopped.

It wasn't the sudden extension of two beam turrets from Theo's waist that intimidated Camus; this weapon, capable of taking on a hundred men, didn't stop him. What truly made Camus retreat to Qubeley's side during Theo's attack was a different kind of unease.

Harman could also sense this unease; it was the information collected by the Sekhim device being fed back to the pilot.

"You've really underestimated me. Why is no one willing to understand my great achievements? In the end, you're just people who are misled by so-called possibilities."

Camus could hear Sirocco's voice gradually growing more powerful, and as the words fell, a light began to rise from Theo's body in Camus's eyes.

Without a doubt, Theo triggered the riot of his own Psycommu device, possessing the power to influence reality with his mind. The sudden disappearance of the beam earlier was most likely due to this. No matter how much one belittles Sirocco's arrogant thoughts, judging from his abilities, he truly possesses the level to lead the entire world.

"boom!"

A violent explosion suddenly erupted from the passageway to the side, and amidst the thick smoke, Demeter and several floating cannons surrounding her burst through the smoke. Only after Demeter, somewhat unsteadily, reached Theo's side did another figure emerge from the smoke.

The Delta Gundam that came out next had its beam-resistant coating now covered in a dull layer, losing its golden luster, and looked like it had suffered a loss.

But if we look at Demeter's side from the other side, we can see that its right arm has disappeared.

Clearly, while Camus and Haman were stalling Theo here, the intensity of the battle between Char and Nara's clones was definitely not low.

"Char!"

Hamman called out with some concern, but Char's reply remained calm and composed.

“I’m fine. Camus, help me.”

Delta Gundam transformed from MA mode to MS mode, threw away its overheated beam rifle with its right hand, and drew its beam saber.

Thus, the two Gundams and one Qubeley stood ready, clearly preparing for a decisive battle with Theo and Demeter in front of them.

But Sirocco didn't think that way.

The reactor was already overheating, and Sirocco absolutely could not remain inside, or all his actions would be in vain. Of course, he couldn't leave too soon either, or the people in front of him would surely notice something.

Yes, this ambitious man was no longer satisfied with using this trap to harm ordinary soldiers of the Federation; he even had the idea of ​​eliminating all the real obstacles in his path.

But the moment Sirocco formed this idea, Kamille, inside the Z Gundam, suddenly raised his head.

"Tsk, so smart it's annoying."

The atmosphere emanating from the Zeta Gundam had changed; the previous aggressive, charging attitude had vanished, replaced by a more hesitant, defensive stance. Sirocco understood then that the boy named Camus had discerned his thoughts through the Newtype's communication.

After all, he was now fully activating the Seecomu device on the Theo, which caused his own presence to be emitted.

Theo then unleashed a barrage of missiles and beams, forcing the Delta Gundam, which was still entangled with Demeter, to retreat.

Even with half of the missile launcher on his shoulder gone, Theo's firepower was still enough to fill the space, leaving only a few areas for maneuvering. Sirocco knew that with the three men in front of him aware that Axis was about to self-destruct, his plans were unlikely to proceed smoothly, and the Federation fleet would certainly begin to evacuate.

Ultimately, it was a plan that was far too simplistic.

It's better to rely on yourself.

After the beam of golden light dissipated, Haman's pupils suddenly dilated as he dodged the attack from within the Qubeley!
Because in front of her was the enormous Theo, closing in, his right arm no longer restrained due to the destruction of the missile bay, wielding a beam saber and slashing down—

But the real killing move is not so simple! In the short time it took for Qubeley to activate its beam saber, its legs had already been severed!

"Haman!"

From Camus's perspective, he saw everything that happened in that short time. It was true that Theo's attack with his right arm was easily dodged, but Theo immediately followed up with a horizontal slash.

"A hidden robotic arm?"

Watching that familiar mechanical structure wield the beam saber and slash upwards, severing Qubeley's left arm.

Only then did Camus unleash his I-Field Blast Sword at Theo. Unsurprisingly, Camus saw another mechanical arm activate its beam saber to block the attack, but the I-Field Blast Sword's output power clearly exceeded the limit a single beam saber could withstand. Theo had only managed to block the Zeta Gundam for a fleeting moment before losing one of his mechanical arms.

However, the Zeta Gundam did not press its advantage. Instead, it used the Explosive Sword as a shield to protect itself and retreated, using the Vulcan Cannon to shoot down the missiles aimed at the Qubeley.

During the time that the Z Gundam was supporting Qubeley, Theo used the terrifying thrust from its multiple thrusters to widen the distance again.

Sirocco's abilities were on full display in this brief breach. Even Haman, whose Newtype abilities were undoubtedly excellent, failed to react to Theo's simple and brutal numerical attacks. It wasn't until now that the floating cannons had gathered around the damaged Qubeley.

Seeing Qubeley's miserable state, Camus immediately understood Sirocco's plan.

"Are you going to retreat like this, or are you the kind of person who can be so ruthless as to sacrifice your comrades to achieve victory?"

Even now, Sirloch's tone is still filled with an air of complete confidence.

Camus is unable to make a decision.

"Take Harman and step back, Camus!"

Char frowned as a beam of light destroyed Demeter's last two funnels in the Delta Gundam.

"Leave your words here, Sirocco!" (End of Chapter)