Warhammer: Empire Reboot

Lawson did not send this projection to anyone else.

He simply quietly marked the relevant coordinates into the highest-level permission layer of the swarm network.

All the foundational sequences reinforce the corresponding areas "for reasons unknown".

The Bi'an Warband will enter some of the Black Stone storage points under the pretext of "inspecting the pollution of the old warehouse of the Mechanical Repair Association".

The combat order will increase surface patrols under the pretext of "preventing the Black Legion from raiding water sources and shield nodes".

The T series will take over the authority of several older research facilities.

As for the real reason, it remained only in Lawson's mind.

The Imperial commanders on the Vigilant Star only needed to know that the Black Legion had appeared on a large scale.

They didn't need to know that the planet beneath their feet was actually half of the skeleton of Nakmonde Pass.

Soon, news came from the outer reaches of the galaxy.

A massive chaotic fleet has appeared at the edge of the vigilant star system.

It was a black tide being squeezed out of the shadows of the warp.

The main fleet of the Black Legion.

Cruisers belonging to the affiliated battle group.

Traitorous naval fleet.

A transport ship filled with Chaos Space Marines and rebels.

Heavy cargo ships towing demon engines.

Further away, the silhouette of a massive warship was enveloped by countless malicious signals and subspace echoes.

The Vengeance Soul has not yet fully entered the regular detection range.

But its shadow has already loomed over the nightmares of all the Star Speakers and Psionicists in the war zone.

The news reached the wartime command of Saint Harbor.

Lawson then summoned all the Space Marine commanders.

Inside the hall, a star map was unfolded.

The warning star is in the center.

The outer orbital defense platform, the Imperial fleet formation, the direction of the Extinction Star, the Antarctic water source, Motwald, the North Harmony District, the East Tolia Plague Isolation Line, and the major hive city defense zones were all compressed into the tactical layer.

Further out, there was the newly revealed Chaos Fleet.

The black and red light spots were densely packed together.

Some are still flickering, indicating that they have not yet completely escaped the subspace perturbation.

Calgarh stood before the round table, the Ultramariner insignia on his Terminator armor gleaming coldly in the light.

Haldor Frosty held a chainsaw axe.

Cardan Stronus of the Steel Hand has been connected to the tactical data, his prosthetic eye flashing continuously.

The Imperial Fist, Crimson Fist, Graveyard Eagles, White Scar, representatives from several original Forged Chapters, the Sage of the Mechanicus, and the commander of the Astral Army fleet were also present.

Everyone knew that the real enemy had arrived.

The commander of the Star Force fleet was the first to speak.

"The Chaos Fleet has just appeared and its formation has not yet been fully deployed. If we concentrate our orbital fleet and outer turrets now, we may have a chance to launch an attack before it can regroup."

The representative of Imperial Fist nodded.

"A preemptive strike can alleviate the pressure on the low-orbit satellite."

Olukin, with his white scars, said, "Before they get into position, charge in and slash them once, then retreat."

Stronus said coldly, "I suggest establishing a multi-layered fire control zone. The Imperial Navy in front, the orbital artillery behind, and the mobile fleet flanking and guerrilla warfare. The Chaos Fleet is too numerous, and a direct confrontation is too risky."

Calgar looked at Lawson.

“My Lord, if the Chaos Fleet successfully enters the vigilant star’s near orbit, the surface war zone will be under great pressure.”

This judgment is very sound.

If the Black Legion's fleet were to advance to low orbit, it might not be able to completely destroy all the fortress-level Void Shields, but it could disrupt surface operations, deploy more Chaos forces, and even launch orbital strikes against key nodes.

Most commanders favored taking the initiative.

Before the Chaos Fleet can complete its reorganization, let's launch a strike against it in space.

Lawson looked at the outer edge of the star map.

The home planet of the warning star cannot be empty.

Especially near those Blackstone reserves and stratigraphic nodes, Lawson must be stationed there.

"I'm in charge of the watchful star."

After Lawson spoke, the hall fell silent.

"Commander Calga."

"Take a assembled Imperial Navy fleet and head to the vicinity of Extinction Star to establish an interception network."

Calga's expression turned serious.

"I go?"

"You're a good fit," said Lawson.

Calga's advantage is not just his individual fighting ability.

He understands fleet coordination, multi-fighting group collaboration, and the Imperial Navy's hierarchical command system, and can also keep officers in check.

Sending a regular admiral might not be enough to keep the Space Marines and Chapter ships in check.

Lawson continued, "Don't rush into a decisive battle with Abaddon."

"Establish a multi-layered artillery formation near the planet Jueling."

"Do not be led astray from the main shipping lane between Extinction Star and Warning Star."

"Your mission is to ensure that the Chaos Fleet takes a hit with every step it takes to advance."

The Imperial Navy's greatest strength has never been fancy tactics.

Calga looked at the star map and quickly understood Lawson's intention.

“We hold it back, weaken it, and force it to pay the price before it gets close to the warning star.”

"If Abaddon wants to exert pressure, let him bleed all the way."

"If he wants to take a detour, let him reveal his intentions."

Calgary raised his hand and pounded his chest.

"For the Emperor."

Lawson nodded.

"For humanity."

Moments later, Saint Harbor orbital communications began mobilizing the fleet.

Ultramarines combat barges, Imperial Navy cruisers, frigate squadrons, Agrippina support ships, and various warbands' support vessels gradually left the vigilant star's orbit and began to assemble towards the Extinction Star.

Not long after.

On the outer reaches of the planet Jueling, the Imperial fleet has completed its deployment.

Calga stood on the bridge of the "Victory Laurel," gazing at the black and red sea of ​​stars in front of him.

The bridge of this combat barge is as wide as a small sanctuary.

Outside the giant observation window, the tattered orbital debris of the planet Extinction floated like a broken iron ring in the dim starlight. Further away, the Chaos Fleet pressed in from the shadows of the warp.

The Black Legion's ships were painted in a somber, dark style, their hulls covered in eye-shaped emblems, spikes, chains, and burning runes. Traitorous Navy cruisers trailed black smoke and lingering psionic glows, while the warships, like a pack of armored hyenas, circled the much larger main fleet.

Deep within, a shadowy ship could not be ignored even through the distant echoes of a astronomical instrument.

The Soul of Vengeance.

Horus's former flagship.

Now Abaddon, the Chaos Warmaster, has his moving throne.

It had not yet fully entered the Imperial fleet's firing range, yet it already weighed heavily on everyone's hearts like a black rock mountain.

Inside the bridge, Imperial Navy officers, Ultramarines fleet commanders, Keystone Sequence communication nodes, and T-series auxiliary fire control units sent by Agrippina were all in combat readiness.

Calgary issued the order.

"First interception layer, prepare for a torpedo salvo."

"The escort fleet should maintain its distance and not turn prematurely."

"The cruiser's main gun turret awaits my orders."

"Victory Laureate's main guns have locked onto the enemy's vanguard heavy cruiser."

Commands are transmitted through the cornerstone sequence auxiliary network.

The Imperial fleet deployed a multi-layered interception network near the planet Jue Ling.

At the very front are frigates and destroyers.

They are scattered between the debris field and the empty minefield, like rows of steel needles inserted into deep space.

The second layer consisted of a cross-shaped array of large guns formed by cruisers.

The ship spread out horizontally, its guns aimed at the Chaos Fleet's forward path, waiting for the enemy to enter the pre-set firing zone.

The third tier consists of heavy cruisers, battle barges, and battle group ships.

The Victory Laureate is located in the center.

Calga did not expect to defeat the Black Legion fleet in the first round.

That's unrealistic.