Why would I join the army if I can’t drive a Gundam!

Chapter 118 New Gundam and New Mission

"Sir, the improved GM you mentioned is certainly impressive, but there should be a new Gundam as well. At the very least, there should be a plan or a rough draft or something like that."

"Yes, Land Combat Gundam!"

Seeing Macharius' speechless expression, Gao Yun couldn't help but speak up for the Land Combat Gundam.

"You kid, are you still looking down on the Land Combat Gundam?"

"It's not that I look down on them, but Lu Gao is only for emergency use. The Federation can't possibly set up a production line specifically for them. I heard that the Lu Gao team in Europe has already been replaced with Jims because they're short on brains!"

Macharius even wondered if these guys would replace Jim's heads with Zaku heads if they ran out of them.

As for Macharius's new Gundam, there is naturally one. After completing Unit 7 and Unit 78, Gundam Unit 3 was also put on the agenda and the design was completed at side3. At present, the Gundam code-named RX-- G- has been assembled and is undergoing final testing by Amuro Ray.

Once testing is complete, the new machine will be delivered!

In terms of configuration and armor, the G3 Gundam is not much different from the previous two Gundams. The power of the nuclear fusion reactor is the same, the output is almost the same, and the armor is also made of Luna titanium alloy. Specifically in terms of fire control, after upgrading the new electronic system, the detection range of the G3 Gundam is now on par with the Sniper Jim, reaching meters.

In addition, the most special thing about the G3 Gundam is that it uses magnetic coating technology for the first time, that is, using magnetic fields on the drive system to eliminate mechanical friction, so that the response speed of the body can be faster and the movement performance of the entire body will be greatly enhanced.

This technology was invented by Dr. Moskehan, who plans to use the G3 as a test machine. Once the technology is confirmed to be mature, it will be promoted to other machines equipped by the Federal Army.

"The machine is a good machine, that's the name!"

Macharius looked at the word G3 and then shook his head.

"This number is unlucky!"

"What's so unlucky about this!"

Gao Yun was puzzled, and Macharius did not explain, because this topic was obviously a bit heavy. The poison gas used by the Zeon army to massacre the inhabitants of the space was abbreviated as G2, and there would be a more powerful G3 poison gas later, both of which were used to attack ordinary civilians.

But Macharius was just talking!

"So, when can the machine be shipped here?"

"Within a month. The exact time depends on Gaburo!"

"Look Gabro, oh I get it!"

Macharius suddenly realized!
He remembered that Rebil's previous military reform plan had included a dedicated mobile suit mothership, and its construction site, as expected, should be in Gabro!

Now, the ship should have been completed and is undergoing final testing. Once the final work is completed, it will be launched into space and arrive at side7 via Luna II. I just don’t know if Char will stare at the ship like a mangy dog ​​this time!
"Your Excellency General!"

"Ah, Char, you're here!"

In the luxurious office of Solomon Fortress, Dozle, who had been scowling, immediately relaxed his brows when he heard the familiar voice. Then, he stood up and invited Char, who had been promoted to the rank of major, to sit on the sofa.

"It should be pretty good recently!"

"Yes, hunting on Luna II was fun!"

Char, wearing a mask, then sat up straight and answered.

"I heard that the soldiers called you the Red Comet. Now, you're a star in the army!"

Although there was no expression on Char's face, he was naturally very happy in his heart. After all, the most important thing for a man is self-confidence!
In the past, he was defeated repeatedly by Macharius, and was beaten to the point of doubting his life, and even nearly died several times. However, when Macharius left the universe and returned to Earth, Char stood up.

With the cooperation of the space attack force of the First Joint Attack Fleet, he continuously launched sneak attacks on federal ships and mobile suits in space. So far, several warships and dozens of GMs have been shot down by him. In the federal space force, he is also a notorious opponent.

It was then that Char realized that the reason he was so miserable before was not because of himself, but because the opponents he met were too powerful. After Macharius was gone, there were few mobile suits of the Federation Army that could beat him.

Even Dinisjung, who was known as the second sniper god of the Moon God, did not get any benefits from him. He even cooperated with the ace True Red Lightning of the special forces Chimera team under Kycilia and almost killed the opponent's Jim.

But later, the opponent relied on a cunning trick of throwing the shield and then shooting, and almost killed the True Red Lightning. If Char had not suffered from this trick before and kicked the True Red Lightning's body away, otherwise, a rising star of the Zeon army would have fallen.

It can be said that the time when he and True Red Lightning fought against the Federation Army on Luna II was the happiest time of his life. Ordinary Federation pilots were no match for them.

"Is this the happiness of a red dragon?"

This was how Char imagined Macharius at the time. For a moment, he even thought, how great it would be if Macharius could stay on Earth forever.

As for the Zeon ground forces who had been killed by the enemy and were crying for their parents, Char could only say sorry, but he would not go down anyway!
However, such good days did not last long, and soon after, Char was transferred back to the rear.

"I think, with your abilities, slaughtering some minions on Luna II is obviously very boring, so I found an important task for you!"

"Ok?"

A drop of cold sweat instantly appeared on Char's forehead under the mask. Could it be that the important task given to him by Dozle is to go to the ground and fight Macharius?

If I go alone, can I defeat the other party?
No, I should be able to do it. I have also grown in the battle, but the opponent's skills should have improved as well!

Just as Char was mentally calculating the combat capabilities of himself and Macharius, Dozle slowly spoke.

"I suppose you've also heard about the heavy losses our army suffered on the ground!"

"Yes, I heard that the First Division has developed a fear of red dragons!"

"Yeah, but it's not the soldiers' fault!"

Dozle sighed, he was already numb from signing the death notice.

"So, you want me to go fight him?"

"Can you kill him?"

Dozle didn't answer, but instead asked.

"If we add the few people from the Kimela team, I have about a 50% chance of success!"

Char answered truthfully.

"Fifty percent? Unfortunately, Kycilia won't agree!"

Dozle shook his head and snorted coldly.

"I don't expect you to kill them. The Red Dragon is already an insurmountable obstacle for our army. Fortunately, they should have returned to the Jaburo base to recuperate and won't pose any threat to our army for the time being. So, to prevent the emergence of a Red Dragon-like entity in the Federation, I plan to send you to destroy the Federation's secret testing base!"

Afterwards, Dozle took Char out of the headquarters and boarded a transport boat.

"I've prepared a new means of transportation for you. I think you'll like it!"

As Dozle explained, the transport boat flew closer and closer to a space dock, where a military green Musai-class cruiser was quietly docked.

"A Musai-class ship?"

"To be exact, it's Musayai!"

Dozle pointed at the battleship with some pride and said.

"This is the new Musai-class battleship that our army redesigned after the Battle of Loum. Its combat capability has completely surpassed the old battleships." However, Char was not very familiar with battleships and obviously could not empathize with Dozle's sense of pride. He only cared about one thing: the configuration of this ship.

"Don't worry, the Falmeru has prepared the best crew, and the warship has enhanced its speed and self-sustaining ability, allowing you to fight alone for a long time without logistical support!"

"And there's a brand new machine!"

Dozle tapped the computer in front of him, and then a brand new Zaku appeared in front of Char.

"This is the latest Zaku Commander model, specially built for elite ace pilots like you. Its technical improvements primarily enhance the propellant's combustion efficiency, the control efficiency of its control systems, and its communications system. This increased combustion efficiency not only increases the aircraft's thrust by 30% compared to the standard F-model, but also increases its fuel capacity. You can continue to fly with confidence!"

Looking at such a luxurious configuration, Char also understood that Dozle was obviously in a really urgent situation, so he placed his hopes on himself.

"So, what's my goal?"

“side7!”

Dozle then handed the other party an intelligence document that was destroyed after reading.

"It's located on the Blue Noah 1 satellite. It's not only the Federation Army's secret experimental base, but also an important pilot training institution. If possible, we must eliminate those pilots!"

Dozle's tone was very calm. He didn't care at all about how many innocent people would be harmed in order to achieve this goal. Or rather, he deliberately avoided this aspect.

Because in the handwritten letter that Macharius wrote to him, it was clearly written that he hoped that when the day of judgment came in the future, he would stand up and take responsibility, otherwise he would have to talk to Dozle's family.

So now, Dozle has a feeling of giving up.

"So, even if I destroy the colony, that's fine?"

Although Char didn't know how big the base was, he knew it must be very large to ensure the training of mobile suits. Destroying it would definitely cause great damage to the satellite.

"If you can avoid collateral damage, then do so. However, if there's absolutely no other way..."

Dozle didn't say anything else. He knew that Char was a smart man and should be able to understand what he meant.

"I understand!"

Char nodded slightly and then stood up.

"Well then, Major Char, go on the mission!"

Afterwards, Char boarded the new battleship prepared for him. What Dozle said was true. The entire ship, from the captain to the engineers, were carefully selected. Some had experience in major battles, while others had served in important positions for many years and were very familiar with their jobs.

In other words, Char can even be a hands-off boss without any worries!

The mobile suit team assigned to him is also not weak. Not only are the personnel all veterans of the One Week War, but even the mobile suits are no longer the old Zaku 2C, but the improved MS-06C-6/R6. Not only do they have brand new mobile suit weapons, but the equipment and armor have also been improved. Most importantly, the MS-06C-6/R6 is also equipped with a 20mm Vulcan cannon that was not available before, but it is located in the chest instead of the head.

The Zeon army is not just about taking a beating. After the Battle of Baikonur, a new version of the Zaku was released almost every day. Quite a number of Zaku 2f models have been upgraded to Zaku 2j, which is a special land combat model.

And that's not all, the designers of Zeonic have even begun testing the so-called High Mobility Zaku. All of this was forced out by the Gundam!

Zeon doesn't want to lose this war!
"Sir, when do we leave?"

"Any time, Lieutenant Dren!"

Char's adjutant was a chubby Zeon lieutenant. He was a little clumsy in his work, but his personality was very much to Char's liking. He liked people who didn't have any calculations, and it was very easy for him to get along with them.

"After all, you are the captain of this ship, aren't you?"

Sitting in the other captain's seat, Char, with his legs crossed, had no intention of moving his butt at all.

Although his captain's throne was occupied, Deren was not unhappy at all. On the contrary, he was looking forward to it. After all, Char's aura was too strong for him and other crew members. He felt very pressured sitting next to him, and it was more comfortable for him to be with his subordinates.

As he watched the Falmeru set sail, Dozle's previously relaxed brows furrowed again.

"I hope you won't let me down, Char Aznable!"

Now Dozle really has no cards to play, because the initiative of the ground operation has fallen into Kycilia's hands. This old woman doesn't care about the so-called sisterly relationship at all, and directly disrupted all of Dozle's previous arrangements. Now, she is constantly preparing for the so-called second landing operation.

Therefore, if they want to regain the initiative, it depends on whether Char can succeed. If he fails again, then he can stay in Solomon Fortress with peace of mind and continue to be his security commander!
After leaving the Solomon Fortress, Char's Falmeru officially entered a silent state. Because Side 7 was currently under the protection of Luna II, Char could not appear in front of the Federation Fleet as swaggeringly as before. After all, the Falmeru was just an improved version of the Musai class. Perhaps they would win in a mobile suit battle, but if it came to an artillery battle, the Falmeru would be beaten to a pulp by the Federation's Magellan.

The improvements to the Falmeru not only include enhanced firepower, but also reduced part of its anti-aircraft firepower in order to make room for the grenaku to ensure the endurance of the entire ship.

Fortunately, Lieutenant Deren, the captain, was very reliable. His skilled driving skills allowed him to rely on various debris in space for cover, bypass the federal patrol fleet, and successfully approach the side7 space domain.

Finally, the battleship hid under the cover of the asteroid belt outside the universe.

"Sir, this is side7!"

Looking at the two lonely satellites in the universe, Char suddenly felt sad for some reason. After all, at this moment, half of the human home in space has been lost, and he might have to destroy the other half in the battle.

"Are we going to attack, Major?"

"No, Deren, order the battleship to shut down and keep the brothers hidden!"

Char was unsure of the deployment of the Federation Army in the Side 7 universe. If the Musai-class launched an attack openly and a large number of warships rushed out of the port, it would be disastrous.

What's more, he still has a target to wait for!
The information Dozle gave him was from a Zeon spy, which mentioned that the Federation Army was planning to use a brand new battleship for testing and to transport a brand new machine from Side 7 to Earth. The spy also specifically pointed out that the machine was for Macharius!

"How enviable!"

When seeing the information, Char suddenly thought that Macharius seemed to have driven two Gundams so far. If this new one was counted, that would be three. He imagined the guy sitting in the cabin and immediately felt a wave of sadness.

"It's just a Gundam, I don't really like it!"

"Even if it's placed in front of me, I won't touch it!"

"It's just a Gundam, how can it be better than a Zaku?"

"Okay, I admit it, I want to open up too!"

To outsiders, it looked like Major Char was motionlessly watching the enemy, and even his mouth twitched strangely from time to time because he was worried or thinking about the battle situation. But in fact, Char was thinking about how he was going to get a Gundam.

It is indeed a good idea to directly enter the satellite and rob it, but I don’t know if I can get that thing out. So, should I wait until it is halfway through transportation and take action?
But what if the Federation Army counterattacks with a Gundam? If we can’t seize the machine, we can only destroy it!
Just when he was feeling conflicted about this, the Gabro base finally sent a strange warship into the sky. After breaking through the atmosphere, the warship headed towards side 7 at full speed.

Just when Char was getting impatient, he saw the strange battleship with a split design entering the side7 space.

"Is that our goal?"

"Yes, Deren, now we can act!"

"So, what do you need me to do?"

Looking at the chubby captain, Char spoke seriously.

"Derren, I do have something I need the Falmeru to do!"

(End of this chapter)