StarCraft: Tyranid Empire.

Chapter 620 Hybrid Mar

Zaqul, Twilight Fortress.

The dense forest casts ghostly wriggling and twisted shadows in the daylight, and the strange howls of beasts echo over the ruins of the once glorious temple in the Twilight Bastion, like the last terrified screams of the slain people before they die.

When he set foot on this strange land, a sense of remoteness and desolation but also absurdity and horror immediately came to Augustus's heart.Even the bravest and most fearless imperial soldiers were beating drums in their hearts. Uneasiness and fear quietly affected everyone. Even the chaplain in the army could only mutter evil, evil, evil.

Zakul is a green planet full of vitality. Countless dense and colorful forests surround pyramid-shaped temples that seem to have existed since ancient times.

The vegetation here is very strange, with fluorescent succulents and bright corolla-like crowns swaying gently in the wind.There was a slightly pungent fragrance in the air, like crushed mint.

"This place is strange, Tychus. Over the years, you and I have traveled far and wide with Augustus, and we have been to many worlds, but there has never been a place that made me feel like Zakul. , shuddering." Renault was staring at the huge Zakul obelisk in front of him, with one hand on the electromagnetic pistol hanging behind the waist of the power armor.

Under the blessing of some mysterious power, this magical stele was floating in mid-air, surrounded by green lightning.There are many such strange obelisks near this protoss city called Twilight Fortress, and they can even form a magnificent array when gathered together.Even from afar, one can hear the crackling and humming of these obelisks.

The obelisk that appeared in Zaqul is very similar to the Naganaga artifact, both are triangular prisms, but the core component of the obelisk is a luminous body that shone with fluorescent green light, and the interior is covered unevenly. shell with irregular geometry.Both the materials from which these obelisks were made and their mysterious purpose are intriguing, but perhaps only known to those who created them so many eons ago.

Looking south from here, there is a Zhakul library. That magnificent building is still in operation today. Countless strange characters are engraved on the black stone wall of the library. .In the green flash above Zakul's library, exquisite geometric images and incomprehensible equations refract brilliant light, as if there is infinite knowledge waiting to be discovered by later generations here.

Unlike the many ruins lying in the rainforest in Elna, Zakul's seems to be still functioning.

"This is really evil." When Tychus was speaking, a Hercules-class transport ship had already transported an Odin mech to the surface.When this incomparable behemoth crashed to the ground, the ground trembled.

"Sarnaga. If they are really some kind of god, then they are probably crazy. If you want me to say, let's get some valuable things here and leave early, there is no need to catch a few pirates with these gods and ghosts Toys to deal with."

Behind him, a huge imperial army composed of Goliath armed robots, sidewinder vehicles, siege tanks and wolf mechas has been assembled, and there is even a fortified force composed of Odin and Thor mechs.It is a spectacular sight when these giant-like mechas are formed into an army. The unified gold and red color scheme and the unified imperial emblem further highlight the strength of the Iron Legion.

Today's more advanced Imperial Wolf Mecha is developed by the famous Axiom Corporation. This new model can reach a height of 24 feet and is a true iron giant.

This is the steel torrent of the Tyrannian Empire, and its scale and prestige far exceed any period in the human history of Tyrannians.

"Since we've come, is there any reason to turn around and run away?" Augustus came from behind and said to Raynor, "Tell the soldiers, don't touch anything on Zakul easily, and don't believe what appears on Zakul." Any voice in your head. Be firm in your beliefs, gather your will, and no one can break us."

"The more you say that, the more scared I'm going to pee my pants." Tychus just said so, but calmly opened the helmet visor of the power armor to spit out the burnt cigarette butts.

"Sounds like we're going to have to get some druids and Haji voodoo shamans to do the exorcism. I know people near the Protoss shrines and Xel'Naga artifacts occasionally hear weird noises, and some of them are Nightmares incessantly in the middle of the night. And Zakul looks like the source of those voices."

Renault looked away from the obelisk in mid-air, as if there was some kind of attractive magic on it.He is not afraid of these strange creations that contain mysterious power, but who knows if these things will suddenly fall and make a hole.

"Given the recent events, there is no room for us to be careless." Augustus hummed.

"You mean what happened in the sixth district?" Renault's voice also lowered.

Sector Six is ​​an advanced research department of the Tyranid Empire, related to outer biospace experiments.What is little known is that some of the hybrids captured by the empire are also secretly held there for research and development of new weapons to fight and destroy this terrible monster.

Although the scientists in the Sixth District are well aware that dealing with evil creatures with extremely strong spiritual powers like hybrids must be extremely cautious, since a careless young researcher accidentally released a hybrid However, a terrible tragedy ensued.

By the time the special tactical unit of the Mobius Legion of the Tyrannian Empire, which was specially formed to eliminate this monster, arrived, it was too late.Everyone in Sector Six either became slaves to the hybrids or shot themselves in the process of resisting mind control.

The Mobius Legion had to incinerate the entire Sixth District and seal up all the files related to the Sixth District.Since then, the tragedy in the Sixth District has been a constant warning to researchers in such projects.

"Maybe the relics left by Naganaga can't really control the human spirit, but the hybrid must be able to." Augustus said.

Hybrids are vicious creatures born from a hybrid of zerg and protoss genes, combining the traits and great powers of both races.When such terrifying monsters appear among humans, it is simply destructive. For example, the hybrid ruler strain with powerful power can even directly crush the fragile spirit of human beings, destroying an army in the blink of an eye.

Compared with protoss, who are born with powerful psychic powers, humans are more susceptible to psychic powers.Robust armor may withstand gunfire, but the pilot in it is not immune to the mental shock.

"Zakul has a hybrid?"

Tychus scanned the jungle far away, as if to pick out some hideous monsters.However, there are only some weird trees in the distance. The branches of these large trees with amber color and magnificent texture are staggered, but not even a single leaf can be seen. The trunks and branches are dotted with golden light spots, like many dense Eye.

In addition, the protoss buildings on the entire Zaqul look very weird.

Logically speaking, although Zakul is very far away from Aiur, it was once part of the Protoss Empire in essence, but its architectural style is far from the luxurious and gorgeous golden blue city on Aiur.

Zakul’s buildings are darker and more low-key, with compact layout on the dark walls, transparent lines, sharp edges and corners, sharp black spires stretching straight to the sky, and the shining crystal curtain walls and the light bridges connecting them are shining with dark green The flash of light is closer to the style of the dark templar.

And only the Protoss Empire itself knows that the corruption of these buildings into such a state is actually something that happened recently.

Green is the representative color of Nagar and void, symbolizing the endless life.And in Zakul, it has a completely different meaning, death.

"I just found out, too," Augustus said to Tychus:

"A few minutes ago, Artanis told me that Zakul's protoss army had rebelled and imprisoned the three protectors they were supposed to guard. And the leader of these protoss traitors turned out to be a hybrid .”

"Orega's army has also appeared in this area, so it must not be a coincidence." Renault said through gritted teeth.

The science ship detection team detected the scavenger pirate base near this protoss city, which is why the Tyranid Empire came.And there are not only pirates nearby, but also a large-scale rebel Protoss army.

So far, the people of the Tyranid Empire have never heard of a rebellion in the Protoss Empire and the Dharam Protoss, let alone a large-scale rebellion.

Considering that most of the protoss templars are of noble character, it is almost impossible for them to defect or even defect.Even if there are traitors among them, it is difficult for such a person to hide himself in Kara.

It now appears that the hybrid can not only control humans and zerg, but is even powerful enough to corrupt protoss.

This is perhaps also understandable, if Amon and Narud were using kara-possessed templars instead of tadarin protoss to create hybrids, they could more easily infiltrate and use kara to spread corrupt ideas.

"Your Majesty, the probe shows that a protoss army composed of Zakul guardians is approaching us. They must be crazy, and there are even a large number of protoss consuls." Matt Horner's The voice came from the communication channel of Augustus Power Armor:
"This is not the style of the protoss. Only in the most critical moment will the high-ranking Templar sacrifice himself to become a consul."

"Matt, maybe when these protoss realize that their enemy is the Tyrannian Empire, now is the most critical moment for them." Raynor said on the command channel.

"Soldiers, the enemy is attacking us, greet them well!"

Ahead, in the dark forest of Zaqul, a protoss army quietly appeared, and hundreds of Zakul fanatics appeared on the edge of the forest with shining blades.Stalkers emerged from the shadows in great numbers, heavily armored Immortal mechs moving their phaser cannons to lock on to enemies in the air.

"Despicable human beings, the current protectors serve a greater power."

From the ancient armor of these protoss warriors engraved with mysterious words, we can vaguely see the immortal feats they were once proud of, but there is only madness in the eyes burning with blue-green psionic flames, and even the stars that make up The spiritual energy of the spiritual blade was transformed into the color of the eyes.

"Something in the ruins of Zakul Sarnaga must have corrupted these noble protoss warriors, God, I can hear their roars now." Raynor said: "How long have we not talked to anyone other than the Tadalin protoss?" Has your protoss fought?"

"I can't remember, Jimmy—since we got into a fight with those old bigots in the Supreme Council in Ayr." Augustus ordered over the command channel: "Fire, soldiers, hold no mercy, they Not the protoss we are familiar with."

In response to the emperor's order, the Tyranid army opened fire first.In an instant, steel and fire were sprinkled on the ground, and huge spring pillars made of mud rose up from the ground.The god of war appeared above Zaqul, and destruction came.

On the battlefield full of artillery fire, except for the plasma shields on the protoss army, everything was reduced to ashes, and countless bullets, artillery shells, missiles and plasma were poured across the battlefield.Even the Protoss couldn't resist such fierce artillery fire, and a large number of green beams of light rose immediately.

Soon, the guardians of Zaqul fought back fiercely. When the stalkers induced the power of the void to teleport within range, the particle disruptors on their heads released dense void energy.Whether it is a heavily armored mecha or an ordinary Imperial Marine, once hit, it will disintegrate to an atomic state, melting like a smashed jelly.

The resolute energy shield raised by the Immortal Mech is strong enough to resist the artillery fire of the Tyrannian Empire's siege tanks. It only needs to hit two cannons, and the antimatter projectiles fired by the phase disruptor can smash the battle that the Imperial Army is proud of. Wolf.

Both sides are people who don't talk too much, and come up with real swords and guns.

"Your Majesty, the defenders of Zakul are attacking fiercely. You should evacuate to a safe area." Matt reminded Augustus: "I am deploying an air strike force."

"No need," said Augustus.

"I want to ask to join this glorious battle!" Talandar the Purifier stepped out.

Before Augustus could answer, a black shadow appeared in front of him.Such a chic demeanor has not yet attracted the attacks of the guards around Augustus, and there can only be one person.

"Zeratul!" Raynor shouted, "After Zerus, where have you been these days, I miss you so much."

"Too late to catch up, James Raynor," Zeratul said.

"The city of Zakul was abandoned, and the hybrids planted the seeds of ominousness and darkness on this planet. Their master is the hybrid Marr, the servant of the dark god." He said:
"I came for the prophecy, but only saw annihilation."

(End of this chapter)