Warhammer, about my years with the Wolfpack

"Really, I can't understand one thing. These weapons were originally intended to be issued to them. However, when my Iron Priests handed them these weapons and taught them how to maintain and use them, they didn't care at all and thought it was the Iron Priests' responsibility."

"But now, when I don't give them, they want to grab them! And they are not afraid to bear the punishment for it. And after they get the things, they will carefully read the relevant manuals to ensure that they can use and maintain these weapons. Do you think there is something wrong with them?" Bader said to the company commander next to him with a wry smile.

"Sir, people all like better things, and they are also dependent. For example, at home, they may be picky, but outside, they are very tolerant. And for things that can be easily obtained, most of them don't care much." Sturgard's face was also a little embarrassed.

What Balder said was not only about his subordinates, but also hinted at him. After all, when Balder was around, Sturgaard's attitude was, "You make the decisions, I'll take care of the fighting." And when Balder was not around, Sturgaard was also very efficient.

"You..." Balder snorted. "Take your children and get off my ship!"

"Okay, sir, I'll take care of everything else." Sturgard then scurried out. Meanwhile, similar operations were taking place in other warehouses aboard the Endless Journey. Thus, through this method, Balder was surprised to discover that he had completed the first batch of equipment replacements!

And the results were remarkable. The Wolves, having earned their equipment through their own efforts, cherished it deeply. They would carefully study and discuss how to use and maintain it, and would even spontaneously form small groups to discuss how to coordinate their efforts for optimal results. A nationwide enthusiasm for learning spread throughout Sturgard's company...

"Humanity is truly a wondrous thing," Balder sighed. The actions of these Space Wolves reminded him of many past events. However, adhering to Balder's usual principle, as long as the means were not excessive and the results were positive, all was well. At least now, the Space Wolves no longer indulged in drinking and eating meat in their free time, but instead studied and read the manuals! That was progress!

"My Lord, you'd better check on your own company." A voice from the Endless Journey echoed beside Balder, and the screen quickly switched to a cabin. On the projection, a group of Iron Priests from the Second Great Company sat together. In their center, a Contemptor Dreadnought was placed. On the ground, various spare parts were scattered. Some belonged to the Legion, some to the Adeptus Mechanicus, and some, it seemed, to the Astra Militarum. Seeing the serial number on the Dreadnought's left shoulder, Balder's lips curled slightly. In Balder's memory, it seemed like this Dreadnought had been consigned to the scrap list.

"So, they are secretly modifying military equipment?" Balder understood. It was obvious that this group of Iron Priests were obviously influenced by the Mechanicus and wanted to turn this Dreadnought into a combat robot.

"No, this is not a big problem. The key is that they are forming their own small circle, emmm. How to say it, it's a bit like the various orders of the Dark Angels. It's just that this is formed privately, and the group of people you see now call themselves the Order of Intelligent Machinery. They have close ties with the Mechanicus and are preparing to do something..." Endless Journey explained.

"Holy crap! Isn't this too much?" Baldur rubbed his numb temple. He wasn't opposed to modifying ordnance or engaging in research and development, but it all had to be controllable. If other Space Wolves Chapters were scrambling to stay ahead in the technological realm, then his own Second Great Company was going too far. They seemed eager to try everything. And in the Warhammer universe, tinkering with things could lead to problems!

And don't these guys see that there are Custodians on your ship? You actually dare to name it the Omnipotent Mechanicus, fearing that these Custodians won't find a reason, right?

"Okay, call these guys over! I'll handle this." said Balder.

"Uh... Actually, it's not just their order that's at risk within Dalian. There are other orders as well, such as the Biochemical Order. They're considering how to transform the powerful animals of Fenris into war beasts. For example, they've already started considering forming a unit called the Thunder Wolf Cavalry."

"This is not a problem. It's just about making some Fenris-modified beasts instead of making random changes to myself." Balder breathed a sigh of relief.

"This is completely different from the 30K Wolves style I remember." Balder looked at the Wolves, whose style, influenced by him, had already begun to run wildly down certain paths. Some things were truly unexpected, especially the fact that even his own group was forming cliques. Was this influenced by DA?

"No, these things must be dealt with sometime." Balder fell into deep thought. If the Wolves of Sturgard were stealthily taking things and learning, and Balder's Great Company was ploughing along the path of technology and small circles, then what was Heimdall's company doing?

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"You lost the battle!" When a crimson prompt sound appeared on the panel of the immersive training system, the virtual training ground on Heimdall's flagship instantly boiled over like a volcanic eruption!

"Damn it! Why didn't our heavy weapons keep up?"

"It's the scouts who didn't find the target!"

"Plasma! Plasma! When my brothers and I faced the armored boss, we didn't have enough plasma!"

“Actually, I think hot melt is better.”

"By the way, can anyone tell me how my hunters died?"

When the virtual exercise concluded, the fifty or so Space Wolves in the hall, having removed their equipment, began to converse. In a recent exercise, this particular unit had been defeated by an overwhelmingly superior Ork force. This was their fifth defeat of the day, yet judging by their demeanor, they seemed unfazed and ready to attempt a sixth.

"Well, it seems that they are very enthusiastic about training." A pastor said with satisfaction as he looked at the noisy hall below.

"No, it's not that they're enthusiastic, it's that they treat this like a game. Humans always enjoy indulging in exciting, yet not life-threatening, games." Heimdall sighed, remembering what Balder had said to him. Looking at the guys below, they seemed to be deep fans of some kind of RTS game.

"Pass the order and disconnect their internet! Tell them to complete their daily training tasks first, and each person should write a combat report individually. Only after they pass the report can they continue with virtual training. That's it!" Heimdall ordered.

"Huh, not as good as the best, but better than the worst." Heimdall sighed after returning to his house.

Bader now had three Great Companies under his command. The worst was naturally Sturgard's Great Company. By Bader's standards, these guys were still making up for their shortcomings. The best was naturally Bader's Second Great Company. These guys were no longer satisfied with fighting, and were frantically testing the boundaries of technology.

As for Heimdall's company, it is in the middle. Its combat capability is stronger than the newly joined Sturgard Company, but it is still far behind in terms of research and development. Therefore, Heimdall is strengthening the tactical quality and coordination of the entire company. On the battleship, the general simulated battlefield is no longer enough to meet Heimdall's plan, so the new immersive virtual training system has become popular. However, it now seems that there is an effect, but it seems that there should be an anti-addiction system?

Chapter 103 Iron Wolf Mecha Arrives

"My lord, we meet again. By order of Lord Ferrus, Primarch of the Iron Hands Legion, I will fight alongside you for some time to come. Afterwards, I will reunite with your Primarch and together we will launch the battle against the Flaming Wheel sector." Two months later, Ducain, the former commander of the Iron Hands Legion, appeared in front of Balder again.

"Welcome, respected commander. The arrival of you and your subordinates is undoubtedly a timely help to us. At the same time, I will write a letter personally to express my gratitude to Lord Ferrus." Balder said happily.

Honestly, he hadn't expected Ferrus to be so considerate as to send the Legion's second-in-command to serve as his mentor within the Space Wolves. Indeed, Dukain was currently the Legion's second-in-command. Perhaps in the future, Gabriel Santo could surpass Dukain in both ability and prestige, becoming Ferrus's right-hand man and Captain of the Iron Legion's First Company. But for now, the fledgling Santo couldn't match Dukain's skill and prestige. Furthermore, due to his previous problems, it would be extremely difficult for Santo to surpass Dukain in a short period of time. Therefore, at this point, Dukain truly stood as the foremost officer under the Primarch.

Of course, maybe it was because Du Kain was a Terran and the former commander of the Tenth Legion that he was sent here?

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, the two sides got straight to business. Dukain had come here for two things. The first was the completion of the Iron Wolf MK1 individual mech, designed by Ferrus on Baldur's behalf. This first-generation mech, inspired by the Dreadnought and Knight Squire mechs, with the addition of anti-gravity devices and a jetpack, was a product assembled from various mature technologies. While it was a bit crude, it truly filled a gap in the Space Marine individual mech market.

Another thing is to help Balder solve the problems of the three camps of the Fourth Legion. These three camps and the mortal legions they belong to have been fighting with a human pocket empire on a planet called Delta 3 for three months. Facing the opponent's fortresses and defense lines, the Fourth Legion has had a hard time fighting.

For the veterans, they all knew how difficult and bloody the siege was. So, in order to allow Balder to defeat the enemy more smoothly and take away the three camps of Iron Warriors, Du Kain's first stop on the Wolf Group's journey was here.

"Thank you for your help. I really appreciate it." Bader said excitedly while shaking Du Kain's hand.

Ferrus was truly a man of many talents, a man who repays a drop of kindness with a spring. After all, Balder had only been away on business for a little over two weeks with the Xth Legion, and Ferrus had already sent his lieutenant back to serve as a permanent instructor for the Space Wolves. The mech he'd commissioned to design was delivered so quickly. Balder was truly touched by his efficiency and thoughtfulness.

"My lord, please look at the individual combat mecha designed by the Primarch himself. To be honest, when it appeared in front of me, I wanted to keep one for myself." After saying that, Du Kain led Balder to a huge container. As the container door opened, a mecha that stood more than 5 meters tall appeared in front of Balder.

From the outside, this mech resembles a cross between a Contemptor Dreadnought and a Terminator armor. It has a stocky feel, with the legs appearing slightly shorter than they actually are, and the front of the mech protruding slightly, as that's where the crew compartment is.

The left and right arms can hold standard Dreadnought-class weapons, while the back is relatively flat, allowing for the use of Dreadnought-class weapons or as a mounting point for drones. There's also a large protrusion at the rear, housing the jetpack and reactor, perfectly balancing the cockpit.

Overall, this machine feels very good and basically realizes Bader's idea of ​​integrating mobility, firepower, defense and multi-functions.

"This mecha is only a part of the entire Iron Wolf system. In order to better complete the mission, the Primarch also designed many weapon systems for this mecha, including both melee and long-range. Moreover, my father also creatively created a composite weapon that combines long-range and melee combat. We call it the Molten Spear." As he spoke, Du Kain led Balder to a box that was more than 7 meters long.

As the box opened, a spear that looked like the one used by the Titans in mythology appeared in front of Balder.

This spear was the Iron Wolf's assigned weapon, operated by a mechanical arm. With Balder's keen eyes, he quickly discovered the true nature of this so-called Molten Spear. Its appearance bore a striking resemblance to the Black Spear wielded by Asnerion Moloch, Chapter Master of the Minotaur Chapter, in the 40th Millennium era. Even the principles behind it were similar.

The Spear of Victory combines an extended-barrel laser cannon into the spear's hilt, with a power weapon added to the front. If it were an axe, it would be the Molten Axe, and if it were a hammer, it would be the Molten Hammer.

The idea is probably derived from the Custodians' spear, but the Custodians' spear is a bit cruder, and can be understood as a bolter with a long-handled power spear. Some advanced ones may have melta or plasma added.

Given Ferrus's intelligence and ambition, he naturally wouldn't simply build a laser cannon and call it a day. In fact, this laser cannon was specially designed, boasting a longer range and greater damage than the average Dreadnought laser, and enhanced shield damage. It could be said that this included some of Iron Hands' advanced technology.

This fusion weapon thus solved a common problem in the Warhammer world: how to balance close combat and ranged combat. To solve this problem, everyone from the Primarchs to the common soldiers came up with various solutions. For example, Horus added bolters to his claws, while Guilliman's Hand of Domination also added a rapid-fire weapon under his fist.

The Custodians aren't as good as the best, but they're better than the worst. Their weapons are more or less fusion-like. But ordinary cans? Their choice is probably to add a bayonet to their grenade launcher...

This simple method does solve the problem of using one weapon for both long-range and short-range combat to a certain extent. However, if you look at these combinations, you can find that these weapons still tend to favor one aspect. For example, the Claw of Horus and the Hand of Domination basically use automatic weapons to clear out the mobs, and close combat is still required when encountering tough opponents.

What can I say about this weapon? It can be said that it is very good at both long and short distances. At long distances, it can be used as a heavy laser cannon to knock down the opponent, and at close range, it is a power weapon.

"It's really a great idea. I think this weapon will definitely become a favorite weapon among the Iron Wolf pilots of the Sixth Legion." Bader said.

"Thank you for your compliment, sir." Dukain was very satisfied to hear Balder's words of praise. "Please come here and take a look." Then, he led Balder to a huge shield.

"This is the Glow Shield, crafted by the Primarch himself. It looks a bit like a large storm shield, using energy fields and sturdy armor for defense. But in reality, it's more than that. We've added a layer specifically designed to protect against melta and laser weapons, reducing the damage dealt by armor-piercing weapons. According to our tests, this shield can withstand the laser attacks of Spartan assault tanks at normal combat ranges."

"The Glow Shield will be the strongest barrier in a small battlefield. I admire this piece of armor very much." Looking at the huge shield, Balder was reminded of the Wolfpack Dreadnoughts of the 40th Century. Some of them carried a power axe in one hand and a storm shield in the other. It was a unique feature of the Wolfpack, after all, other chapters didn't seem to equip their Dreadnoughts with large storm shields.

"Here are the drones we've assigned to the new mecha. According to your request, we've designed three types of drones for the first batch. The first is a shield drone, which can project an energy shield around the Iron Wolf. The second is a reconnaissance drone, equipped with infrared, ultraviolet, and visible light multi-band detection equipment. The third is a jamming drone, used to disrupt enemy detection and communications, as well as lock onto the target's location."

"Many of these technologies come from the Mechanicus. Therefore, if we want to mass-produce drones or design other types of drones in the future, we will need to maintain a close relationship with the Mechanicus." In a Stormbird's warehouse, Du Kai introduced the first-generation drone accessories equipped with the Iron Wolf to Bader.

These small drones are T-shaped when flying. After takeoff, the anti-gravity panels on both sides of the body are deployed, and there is a micro-thruster at the back. When folded up, they are I-shaped and can be inserted into the slots on both sides of the back of the Wolf Warrior mecha when not in use. It can be said to be very convenient.

"The Mechanicus?" Baldur fell into deep thought. Mars wasn't an option for now, since the leader had rebelled. However, the Forge Worlds of Acheron VIII and Lucius were certainly worth considering. Iron Wolves typically lacked built-in shields, not because they couldn't technically do so, but because of cost and complexity. Therefore, in high-intensity confrontations, shield drones were standard equipment. If the enemy's firepower was even stronger, shields would likely be necessary.

As for other weapons, they are quite common, such as the twin laser cannons and missile launchers equipped by the dreadnought, plasma cannons, automatic cannons, power fists equipped with flamethrowers or bolt guns, lightning claws, etc.

Then there's the Iron Wolf's jetpack and teleporter. While the jetpack allows the Iron Wolf to fly, its primary use is for traversing complex terrain, so don't expect high mobility or flight time. The teleporter is also optional, but it can't be used in conjunction with the jetpack. Generally speaking, with the teleporter equipped, the Iron Wolf can be deployed directly from the warship to the ground, but the rest of the battle will essentially rely on its legs...

"Have you tried this mecha?" asked Balder.

"Of course I have used it, and I personally feel it is very good. Even though there are similar alternatives in my legion, I still think it is necessary to equip some Iron Wolves." Du Kain said.

This is the difference between Dukain and Ferrus, who rose through the ranks from the front lines. Dukain has been with the Legion since the Battle of Earth, truly starting from the bottom and working his way up step by step. He has a very comprehensive and in-depth understanding of warfare, and is proficient in everything from individual combat to legion-level coordination.

But Ferrus was different. He was born strong! And he held a high position as soon as he returned to the Legion. He simply assumed that the Iron Hands already had the equipment to match his own from the perspective of the Legion's composition. However, he failed to consider certain situations in actual combat.

For example, judging by their equipment, the combat effectiveness of the Dreadnoughts, Squires, and Iron Wolves is roughly the same. The Iron Wolves are unnecessary if you have the Dreadnoughts, but Ferrus failed to consider that the Dreadnoughts lack jetpacks. Could they keep up with the troops when encountering complex terrain or requiring rapid maneuvering? The perception of the grassroots troops always differs from the above-mentioned assumptions.

For example, they would enhance their firepower where conditions permitted, hence the inclusion of various bolters, composite meltas, and plasma systems. Some of these were privately developed. Just because the Legion had something didn't guarantee that the lower-level units would enjoy it. After all, the number of Knight Squires and Dreadnoughts was relatively limited. How could a single mech be conveniently integrated into a single unit?

Ferrus did indeed fight on the ground, alongside the Iron Warriors. But the experience was completely different. For example, encountering a tank might require a team of Iron Hands Space Marines to defeat it, but for Ferrus, it might just be a matter of pulling a weapon from his backpack.

Facing a Knight Titan-level opponent, the Space Marines would have to pay a price, even calling for assistance. But Ferrus could charge in and dismantle the enemy with his iron fist. Because Ferrus was so powerful, he didn't understand some of the demands of the lower ranks, somewhat like a "why don't you eat meat?" But Ducain understood!

Du Kain knew very well how useful such an Iron Wolf was that could accompany infantry units into complex terrain operations. After all, as Bader said, this weapon integrated all aspects of combat needs relatively well. In areas where tanks were not convenient to enter, these weapons were very good as the core of the infantry unit's attack.

Even in large-scale armored assaults, these mechas can serve as a supplement to armored units. Leveraging their mobility, they are highly effective in harassment, assaults, and the destruction of logistics lines. After all, the Iron Wolf's weaponry is far superior to the Legion's hovercraft. Furthermore, their inherent defense is exceptional.

"Very good. I will select the most elite personnel under my command to operate these war machines from your legion. I will use victory and glory to prove Lord Ferrus's wisdom and foresight." Finally, Balder said this to Dukain.

"I'm already impatiently waiting for these new weapons to be put into use on the battlefield," Du Kain responded.

Chapter 104 The Fourth Legion

"Dranos, have you seen the latest notice?" As the door of the bunker opened, a huge figure roared and came in front of the commander of the 233rd Battalion of the Fourth Legion.

"Garlon, calm down. I already know about this. I've received a communication from Terra. The commander of the Sixth Legion will take over the battlefield on Delta 3. We will cooperate with them to complete the mission, and then we will be incorporated into the Sixth Legion's expeditionary force." Dranos sighed, his tone filled with helplessness and anger.

"According to Terra's report, the Sixth Legion will arrive in five days. We'll need two days to prepare, and three days will be enough to capture this fortress. We can use the enemy heads in this fortress to comfort our dead and wounded comrades, and also add another mark to our flag."

"I will never allow these criminals from the Sixth Legion to take away our credit so easily. We have been fighting on the most difficult and painful battlefields. We just want to prove our bravery and strength. We are willing to pay a price that other legions can't imagine, but for such a humble request, these guys want to take it away from us." Garlon, commander of the 567th Battalion, said angrily.

"But from the current perspective, we cannot contribute to the fortress in front of us within three days. Futile attacks will only increase our losses. Moreover, two days of replenishment and rest will not allow us to recover from fatigue. Moreover, our auxiliary forces have been consumed too much." At this time, the calm and rational voice of Fricks, the commander of the 168th Battalion who had just arrived and joined the battle, rang in their ears.

"So, what do you mean?" Dranos waved his hand to stop Garlon from arguing.

"Stop. We need to rest. As for what happens next, I'd like to know what changes have taken place in the Sixth Legion after they found their Primarch. I saw the battle reports, and the first battle after the Primarch's return went very smoothly. And recently, they killed several Dark Eldar fleets. If most of these battle reports are true, it would be interesting." Fricks said meaningfully.

"Do you think that with the return of the Primarch, the Sixth Legion, the worst of all the Legions, will suddenly become an efficient force? I heard that the Sixth Legion's Primarch's planet is a barbaric death world, where the people may still use black powder. Even with the influx of new blood, they may not be as good as the original Sixth Legion. At least, those guys who need to be equipped with military police can be called brave."

"I don't think those battle reports are logical. Maybe they are the result of some people's exaggeration. Who knows?" Garlon snorted coldly.

"My brother, we should calm down. Although, I am very dissatisfied and even angry about their sudden intervention. All our previous efforts and bloodshed may have been for others, but this is an order after all, and we must obey it. Our principles and creed require us to follow the orders of the Military Affairs Department. Whether we like it or not." Dranos said with a long sigh.

After hearing Dranos' words, everyone fell silent. This wasn't the first time the Fourth Legion had encountered such a situation. At the beginning of the Great Crusade, the Fourth Legion had been very strong in both size and supplies due to the adaptability of its gene-seed and its early establishment. Therefore, the Legion was invincible at the beginning.

The Legion, with meticulous calculation, ferocious firepower, and an almost unshakeable spirit, crushed countless enemies and xenos into pieces. This was undoubtedly the Legion's most glorious period. Later, at some point, the Imperial Legion commanders discovered the Fourth Legion's prowess in attacking strongholds, and thus, this unit was naturally thrown into the bloody meat grinder of battles. One battle after another, without end or even rest, and even more unbearable, they were often criticized from all sides for their heavy casualties!

Emperor! The Fourth Legion always carries out the most difficult siege missions. When other legions or units are unable to complete them, they are pulled up like pack horses, and then, with blood and will, as well as precise calculation and firepower, they repeatedly attack the core of the enemy's defense. Such battles will never look good on paper!

In the face of all this, the Fourth Legion endured silently, completing each difficult battle with absolute obedience to orders. They hoped that their efforts and contributions would one day be fairly recognized and valued, and that their achievements would be remembered by the Empire. However, so far, it seems that nothing they hoped for has happened.

"Since the Sixth Legion is willing to come, let them come. I want to see what those guys can do facing this fortress." Dranos roared viciously, pointing at the fortress in the distance that stood firm under the bombardment of the Fourth Legion.

"I don't know when our Primarch will return. The Primarchs have already started to return one after another. Their arrival has injected new vitality into the Legion." Fricks' words were full of anticipation.

However, what the senior commanders of the Fourth Legion could not have imagined was that at this moment, at a Mandeville point in the Delta galaxy, a battleship quietly jumped out of the subspace and entered the real universe. It was so quiet that it did not alarm the Iron Hands fleet that was fighting in the galaxy.

"Are we sneaking in with just one ship? Aren't you going to use your Dalian?" Du Kain said somewhat embarrassedly while standing on the Cambridge of the Endless Journey.

"If we go there now with great fanfare, it will embarrass the Fourth Legion. They have been fighting for months, and if we go there and solve the problem, what will others think? The Fourth Legion has already shouldered too much. They have fought the most difficult battle, and if we act rashly, we may take away the glory that belongs to them. This should not happen." Bader said to Dukain.

"So, you want to give them the credit?"

"This achievement originally included the efforts and blood of the Fourth Legion. I just want to make this matter fairer. Moreover, I have learned about the situation of Delta 3, and I can handle it myself." Balder said seriously.

"Yes, sir." Dukain remained noncommittal. He couldn't estimate Balder's tactical abilities, having never seen him command a large-scale battle, but he was quite confident in his psychic abilities.

"By the way, we'll contact the Fourth Legion first. You go and speak with them first, and then I'll go to the battlefield to take a look and assess the situation," Balder said. In the early days of the Great Crusade, Ducain was quite influential. He was the commander of the Tenth Legion before the Primarch's return, and his prestige and achievements resonated throughout the Imperium. He was always expected to show respect wherever he went. In many legions, Balder, the Supreme Lord Commander of the Sixth Legion, who had yet to establish his reputation, probably didn't command as much respect as Ducain.

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"This is the Endless Journey, flagship of the Supreme Lord Commander of the Space Wolves. Baldur, along with Commander Dukain of the Iron Hands, greet our brother troops and offer our assistance in completing the mission on Delta III." With the transmission from the Endless Journey, Baldur and the Fourth Legion began their first contact. Baldur hadn't anticipated how such a simple greeting would send the warsmiths on the ground into a frenzy.

"Are you kidding me? Damn it! How could the Space Wolves arrive so quickly? And how could they only have one ship? Is this a conspiracy?" Fricks said in surprise. After all, according to the information they had received, the Space Wolves fleet would take at least four days to arrive, and there was no reason for only one ship to arrive.

"This is truly unexpected. Their speed is incredibly fast. I also struggle to understand why our situation with the Sixth Legion is connected to the Tenth Legion. And Lord Dukain himself is here. This doesn't make sense." Garlon, standing nearby, also expressed his doubts. "I think we should be on guard! I'll have the fleet in orbit ready."

"Stop, stop. We can't confirm whether the other party's warship is from the Sixth Legion, but we can recognize Lord Dukain. We are all from Terra, and we have fought with Lord Dukain before. So if Lord Dukain really comes, then even if the situation is unreasonable from a conventional point of view, I think it is reasonable." Dranos advised.

"Well, if Lord Dukain can meet with us, then everything will be fine." Fricks nodded in agreement: "Then send a message to the other side and ask Lord Dukain to come over." According to their official ranks, they should go to see the former commander of the Tenth Legion, but it is obvious that in this situation where the enemy is unclear, they will not be stupid enough to take risks.

"That's all. Invite Lord Ducain. The fleet remains on alert," Dranos said. A few minutes later, the Endless Journey received a call from the Fourth Legion.

"It seems that you are indeed more respected than me. The respect of the brother legion for you is enough to prove your merit and prestige." Balder said to Du Kain with a smile.

"You flatter me, Lord Balder. You're only a rookie, lacking the time and platform to showcase your abilities. In the future, you will undoubtedly become a commander etched in human history," Dukain said sincerely. Although he had only met Balder briefly, he had earned his respect. He was powerful yet not arrogant. He followed the rules while also being considerate of others. He was far superior to the Imperial Guards!

"Please come and resolve the misunderstanding between us and the Fourth Legion." Balder said.