Planet of Sand and Oasis of Iron

Chapter 177 176. How can I buy a new car but not drive it out to show it off? (Part )
Cipher recalled that the technology levels of the two doomsday trains were actually somewhat different.

For example, with the machine later on, it seemed that if the people entered it and were not well prepared when they came out, they would probably die immediately. What was the reason?

This machine was a reward for assisting the previous Doomsday Train... Apart from its perfect anti-gravity function, there is nothing special about its interior cabin.

Cypher jumped from the platform into the cockpit, closed the hatch, and was immediately wrapped in thick and heavy armor.

All the indicator lights and instrument panels inside the machine, as well as the full-circle external cameras, light up. It's a wonderful feeling as if you have become one with the machine.

Pilots with special licenses always believe that they have the power to fight against storms, and their confidence probably comes from this.

The new engine adaptation effect was excellent. Lin Shenxue informed Seifer that the energy and output readings were good, and asked him to open the radiator grille to warm up the engine when it was stationary.

I didn't expect to come to this world and hear the word "heat engine"...

The armor plate on the back of the machine unfolded smoothly, and the gushing air made the not-so-sturdy things in the hangar rustle. Under the blowing of the hot wind, sweat immediately appeared on the faces of the two people who were watching here.

"Open the hangar door. No need to hide this time."

The gate opened again, and some of the mercenaries who were busy in the parking area suddenly looked over, and then showed surprised expressions - they had never seen this kind of machine before.

First of all, it is very high, about ten meters high. To be honest, it is only possible for some special legs to do this because they have good engines.

Secondly, it looks a bit bulky and its movements are unlikely to be very flexible. After all, only a small and slender body can achieve a better thrust-to-weight ratio.

Finally, there is its weapons and equipment. Anyone with a discerning eye can recognize everything except the strange and complicated sleeve, after all, it is sold on the market.

The equipment is a mess and I can't see any combat strategy.

——After all, only Sefer knew that he had to do this. Apart from the weapons given by others, the only thing he actually bought was that second-hand short-barreled shotgun.

Ignoring the gazes of others, all weapon mounts were in an unarmed state. After the machine slowly walked out of the hangar, a notice from Abian Company was immediately delivered to its hands.

"Independent mercenary Red Crossbow, do not remain in the parking area while using your machine. Leave the safe area immediately."

In the cockpit image, conspicuous guide lines light up and are accompanied by a countdown, reminding him to quickly go to the main road and leave the parking area... I have to say, as a safety zone, the consideration is quite thoughtful.

It walked at a very slow speed from its own perspective, then adjusted its posture under the guidance of the guidance unit. Several primary nozzles were activated, and orange-red flames quickly gushed out from the back of the machine.

Quick run mode - then most mercenaries get bored and don't pay attention.

In the mercenary circle, there is a simple way to judge the engine, which is to look at the flame of the propulsion nozzle.

In general, the nozzles of those high-tech circulation engines have obvious blue flames, and the powerful thrusters can even produce Mach rings around the nozzles when propulsing at high speeds.

Only cheap and rugged general engines will spray this kind of red flames, which is not very good-looking.

To be honest, this is a deviation from experience - apart from other things, the engine of this aircraft is probably the only one of its kind in the desert.

Leaving the parking area, Cypher maintained communication with the crew inside the vehicle, then called Laika. "We still have plenty of time. With this machine's capabilities, it's more than enough for a run." "Do you have any suitable missions to recommend? Whether it's scavenging or reconnaissance, just keep this machine busy."

Hearing his request, Leica paused for a moment, eliminated those tasks that might take a long time in the support system for him, and then located a very familiar task - about closing the company.

"Red Crossbow, approximately two hours in this direction, there's a Hunter company mobile base whose whereabouts were exposed during the day."

"They were chased by mercenaries before, and their car was damaged after they managed to escape. However, with the earthquake, they managed to shake off the mercenaries."

Sound like a quest you can snag?

"If I snatch another mercenary's target, won't the mercenary hold a grudge against me?"

"Don't worry about that. For the company hunting down the 'Hunter,' the profit is secondary; the main goal is to annihilate it. Whoever takes down this company will be happy."

Well... that's true. After all, the existence of this kind of company only adds trouble to the mercenaries, and the fewer companies there are, the better.

After selecting the target, the UI in front of Seifer immediately adjusted, the fire control system was temporarily offline, and all energy was transferred to the thrusters... The low roar inside the body and the flames from the nozzles behind it immediately made this heavy object slide on the sand.

As the speed increased, Cypher discovered that the top of the output meter had suddenly grown longer. From an external perspective, the flames from the nozzles in various parts of the machine gradually transformed from orange-red flames to a blue halo with faster jet speed and stronger propulsion.

"Red Arrow, how does the new engine feel to you?"

It was quite cool, and as the machine gradually adapted to the engine, Cypher even felt that he could fly in mid-air to a certain extent - instead of gliding on the sand.

The shock absorption function of the two feet is also quite good. In Sefer's opinion, the stability of the cockpit's level is so great that even a glass of water on the shelf cannot shake.

He replied cheerfully, "Excellent! I was a little worried about the engine's ability to handle the weight of this aircraft. Now I feel like I was too conservative."

"Hmm... Remember to search for potential radios nearby. Hunter companies rarely fight alone. Perhaps they've called for reinforcements."

After expressing his understanding, Seifer headed straight towards the complex rocky terrain that had not yet been completely destroyed by the wind and sand.

Half an hour later he reached the target search range - thanks to the collaboration of this engine and the vector nozzle that was completely out of this world, his cruising speed was far beyond common knowledge.

After arriving at the target area, Seifer made the aircraft climb to a relatively high flat-top area, then reduced the thrust of all nozzles to maintain the current heat dissipation posture, and then landed and glided slightly.

The sand that was blown up and glowed with a faint blue light fluttered into the air. The weapons mounted on the body immediately moved to the front of the arm, and the weapons on the mounts were also erected, entering a combat state.

The body's core computer reminded Cypher that it had entered combat control mode... in simple terms, manual operation mode.

So how could they find the hidden Hunter company's vehicle in such a complex terrain? Regarding this, a slender antenna suddenly extended from the back of Cypher's fuselage.

A radio amplifier receiver! This device was developed by Dr. Mei and was developed together with the amplifier transmitter.

perfectly worked.

(End of this chapter)