Star Forge Titan

From the perspective of weapon design alone, placing the cab on the head is not a wise move, but this humanoid weapon is not a completely original product created from scratch.

Therefore, due to inherent limitations, the researchers at the New Era Institute had to place the driver's cab at a position that looks like a vital point, right above the head.

If they were allowed to design it freely, they would probably install the cab at the waist or chest area, where the thickest armor protection and more space are available, providing sufficient safety for the driver.

"The pilot is in position and is ready to conduct the aircraft startup test at any time."

The researcher's voice brought Christina's somewhat wandering thoughts back to reality.

"Apply to start the next phase of the experiment!" Seeing the director's gaze turned over here, the researcher responsible for announcing the situation issued an application in accordance with the experimental guidelines.

"Approved." Christina nodded and gave a brief and powerful answer.

"Allow the Titan 3 Betas to conduct a test start!"

"Giant God Unit 3 starts!"

"Confirmed, Giant God Soldier Unit 3 starts!"

Yes, this humanoid weapon is exactly the Giant God Soldier that Alvin has been thinking about, although it is still an unfinished product in the experimental stage.

Christina's orders were passed down step by step, and soon everyone present started to move.

The command hall was filled with all kinds of sounds, like a machine running at full capacity.

"Drain the freezer."

"Main valves one through thirteen are open, freezing fluid is discharged, and it's confirmed that the water level is starting to drop."

The freezing liquid that had been soaking the Colossus Unit 3 like water was discharged out through the open valve. It will flow into the pre-prepared water tank under the test site and will be refilled after the experiment is completed.

The water level dropped rapidly, and the Colossus Unit 3 was completely exposed to the air.

Dragged by gravity, the freezing liquid remaining on the surface of the magic armor flows down like a waterfall, and at the same time, it continues to evaporate into white water mist due to the heat emitted after the magic armor is activated.

"Remove the physical restraint," the researcher continued.

"Wait!" Christina suddenly interrupted.

"Director?" The researcher turned around and looked at her in confusion.

"This experiment does not involve the movement of the body, so the physical fixation should not be lifted." The order Christina suddenly gave was inconsistent with the previous plan. Everyone looked at each other and finally complied with her request.

After all, as the great wizard said, this experiment did not intend to move the body, so it was not necessary to remove the physical fixation.

Although it was previously planned to be lifted, it was only for the purpose of simulating all the steps before the aircraft was deployed, and its formal significance was greater than its actual value.

In addition, even though the previous steps were successful, the researchers did not forget that this humanoid weapon is still in the experimental stage.

If something unexpected happens, physical fixtures can at least serve as a layer of insurance.

Therefore, the fixing device that was originally intended to be opened remained as it was, just like two huge metal clips, firmly holding the shoulder armor of the Titan Soldier Unit 03.

At the same time, there is a ring-shaped fixing device around the waist of the body, and the same is true for the thighs and forearms.

"Okay, let's continue the experiment."

"Received, the experiment continues."

After this little episode, all the steps before the launch of the Giant God Soldier Unit 3 were completed in an orderly manner.

After confirming this, Christina approached the console in front of her, which had a phonograph-shaped speaker. She gently pressed a button, and a beeping sound echoed from the speaker.

"This is the command center. Driver, please reply."

"Got it, respected Ms. Christina, Knight Armstrong is here to see you." The temporary driver's tone was very relaxed, even a little cynical.

"You are now a pilot, not a knight." Christina showed a headache and subconsciously retorted:

"Oh, dear Ms. Christina, compared to a title like 'pilot' that simply describes the job function, I still prefer the name 'knight,'" Armstrong said with a smile.

"Forget it, whatever you want." Christina sighed, and then her expression became serious.

"The test has entered its final stage, allowing the seal of the divine skeleton to be lifted."

Hearing this formal order, Armstrong's voice became serious.

"Armstrong received, begin to remove the seal of the divine remains."

The next moment, the Colossus Unit 03, standing quietly in the test field—

Wake up!

Chapter 83 An Accident Happened

The tall Titan Soldier Unit 03, Begas, stood quietly in the secret experimental field.

The spacious venue is to this huge humanoid weapon what an ordinary-sized room is to a human.

Although the machine was locked in place by layers of fixtures, this did not affect the start of the next phase of the experiment. Soon, the crystal armor goggles rose rapidly and retracted into the intricately designed and ornate helmet.

The eyes that appeared afterwards were like works of art made of glass, crystal clear and shining with inorganic light.

But soon, the light changed.

As if infused with vitality, the red eyeball with magical runes engraved on its inner layer slowly began to brighten, and then...

The eyeballs moved slightly, a little slowly at first, but soon they became extremely lively, just like the eyes of a real creature.

Seeing this scene, many researchers subconsciously swallowed. An inexplicable fear surged in their hearts, but was quickly overcome by reason. However, they still did not dare to look into those eyes, even through the crystal projection.

But Christina, the director, stared at the eyes of the Titan Unit 03, Begas, which looked like a living thing.

"The upper limit of the seal is being lifted, the activation rate of the divine skeleton has risen to 0.05%, and a slight activation trend of 'true blood' has been confirmed inside the Olihagang skeleton, with no external assimilation reaction!" The researcher's voice was filled with unconcealable joy.

As the director of the New Era Research Institute, Christina naturally knew what the so-called "divine skeleton", "Orichalcum skeleton" and "true blood" referred to.

But what really satisfied her was the 'no assimilation reaction'.

Because that means the operation of the Giant God Soldier is very stable, without any signs of being 'out of control'.

"Well done, Armstrong, how do you feel now?" Turning on the communication device, Christina suppressed the joy in her heart and quickly asked:

"Ma'am, I'm a man who has received two thousand temporary trainings. Of course there won't be any problems!" The cheerful voice of the experimental driver Armstrong immediately came from the copper speaker.

Even if he is not a formal driver, he has received intensive temporary training, so at least he will not make mistakes in the experimental process.

"Even if I'm joking, two thousand times is too exaggerated." Christina was in a good mood and even wanted to joke with the temporary driver.

Then, she straightened her expression and gave the order again:

"Alright, try moving your eyes. While you can't move your limbs at this level of activation, it should be possible to move your eyeballs. Pay attention to all aspects and monitor any assimilation reactions!"

"Understood." Armstrong and the researchers answered loudly and energetically.

At this moment, the lighting system within the testing grounds activated, and the magic lights instantly illuminated the entire space. The light then revealed the Colossus Unit 3, fixed to one wall, completely enclosed by a white metal armored wall.

A closer look reveals that such a wide wall was constructed entirely with advanced magic and alchemy, as there were no traces of metal rivets on its edges, and the welding technology of Lind in the Central Empire was not advanced enough to handle such a large area of ​​steel plates.

In the cockpit, surrounded by the dashboard and heavy metal safety devices, Armstrong wanted to pull open his collar to get some fresh air.

Then he immediately realized that he was wearing a heavy, fully enclosed driving suit with no collar to pull at.

Although he appeared very confident, Armstrong was actually still nervous, but he had a good mental state and at least he didn't look very nervous on the outside.

The cockpit of the Titan Soldier Unit 3, Bekas, was placed at the brain position of the machine. It was pitch black inside and almost nothing could be seen. Two metal safety bars wrapped in soft rubber pressed down above the pilot's shoulders, firmly fixing the entire person in the shuttle-shaped cockpit that looked like a boat and a throne. He wore a fully enclosed helmet on his head with several cables connected to the back. From time to time, a faint blue light shuttled back and forth along these cables of unknown purpose.

The mask made of high-strength crystal reflects the external scene, which is exactly the same as what the Giant God Soldier sees with his eyes at this moment.

Armstrong slowly tried to move his eyes, and with his extremely slight movement, the pair of strange red eyes of the Colossus Unit 03, Bekas, also began to move.

His sight swept from left to right across the metal armor-covered wall. Although he didn't see anything else, the vision itself was very clear, even better than the driver's own vision.

This is not a simple matter. The promotion sequence chosen by Armstrong is the heavy armor sequence that is inclined to strengthen his own qualities. He himself is a third-level rock shield guard. Although his visual perception may not be as good as the shooter sequence that specializes in this, it is definitely not bad because the heavy armor sequence greatly strengthens physical qualities.

Such a tiny movement means that the driver has indeed completed the connection with the Colossus and can use the driving system to control this huge humanoid weapon.

However, Armstrong, who was in the middle of it at the moment, felt waves of shock coming along the connection, and even his physical strength and spirit, which far exceeded the limits of ordinary people, were drained away at a rapid rate.

"Eye movement has been confirmed, all data fluctuations are normal, the driver's four fluids are balanced normally, and everything is normal except for a slight increase in blood pressure!" The researcher's voice was tense but with uncontrollable excitement and joy.

"Okay, continue to lift the upper limit of the seal on the divine skeleton and slowly increase the activation rate to 0.1%. Pay attention to monitoring all data during this period." Although all the news was good, Christina's choice was still very cautious. She only planned to increase the activation rate to 0.1% before ending the experiment.

"Hu, OK, huhu, I'm fine." Armstrong's panting voice came from the communicator.

"Armstrong? How are you?" Hearing something was wrong, Christina quickly grabbed the communicator and asked:

"It's just some physical exhaustion, it's nothing serious." Armstrong said with energy:

"Don't be so stubborn. Now is not the time to act tough." Christina frowned and scolded:

"No problem, I really have no problem, huh, I am, huh, I am a superhuman!" Armstrong smiled, then suddenly opened his eyes wide, and there was no trace of fatigue in his voice.

“…” Christina was silent for a moment.

"The experiment continues."

"Director?" a researcher called out hesitantly.

"I say, the experiment continues." Christina rubbed her brows and ordered the assistant standing behind her:

"Anna, go notify the medical department. We may need their emergency team later."

"Yes." The female assistant standing behind Christina answered.

Then, this tall assistant lady, who was completely different from Director Christina, immediately took out her staff and began to cast the communication spell. As the director's assistant, this was probably one of the spells she was most familiar with.

On the other hand, Christina certainly knew that if the driver was in poor condition, it would inevitably have a negative impact on the experiment.

But time is pressing, and this little risk should still be within the acceptable range for the New Era Institute.

However, this also reminded her of the accident that happened in Elrond at the beginning of the year.

What was revealed in that incident was not simple. Although the rumored apocalypse-level undead colossus was covered up by the Elrond officials afterwards, some related information still leaked. Such a big move could not be completely prevented from spreading by conventional intelligence blockade methods.

At the same time, Christina, who knew about this, inexplicably felt that the colossus looked familiar.

Could it be that both sides have developed similar products using different technologies? Or do the Elronds have mastered something similar or even the same as ours?

This is not impossible. After all, the ruins excavated by Lind are... incomplete.

"The gods' legacy on earth..."

Looking at the data that remained stable despite the driver's fatigue as the activation rate increased, Christina couldn't help but snort.

"Don't underestimate human will!"

Inside the Giant God Soldier, the activation level of the divine skeleton continued to increase.

Through the test site scene displayed on the crystal projection screen that occupied an entire wall, everyone noticed that the five fingers of the Colossus Unit 03, Begas, began to tremble slightly and gradually were clenched into a powerful fist.

This made them hold their breath, and all kinds of expressions appeared on their faces.

But unlike the happy people in the command center, Oden Armstrong in the cockpit only felt as if someone had used a hammer to dig a tunnel out of his head.

And his soul was probably following this tunnel, rushing out like a stupid dog tied with a leash but still wanting to run freely.

As for the unlucky guy holding the dog leash, it was probably his own reason and will.

The two good brothers are now exhausted. Just like two drunk people trying to tie each other's shoelaces, while cooperating with each other, they are also constantly adding new troubles and difficulties to each other.

God's remains, haha, the remains of God?

Recalling the information he had read, Armstrong now just wanted to drag out the confident self he had been when he first walked into the cab and give him a good beating.

If he had known he would experience such a terrible thing, he would not have become a temporary driver even if he had been brainwashed and had his related memories erased.

But now that things have come to this, the die is cast, and everyone is on the pirate ship. It is not so easy to jump off!

What's more, he is not the kind of coward who will give up easily!

"Don't underestimate the backbone of a Lind man!" Armstrong growled, his face covered in sweat, forcing a smile, then pressed the communication button and whispered:

"Ma'am, although this may be inappropriate, can you go on a date with me after this?"

"..." On the other end of the communicator, Christina, who looked only twelve years old, wanted to scold him by saying, "Are you still asleep?" or "What nonsense are you talking about?"

But noticing the driver's condition, she couldn't help but feel a little soft-hearted.

"Let's talk about it when you come out."

"Ha, that's great." Armstrong smiled.

"However, Respected Director Christina, although I'm a little embarrassed, I still have to make it clear that the invitation I just made was actually addressed to the tall and beautiful assistant next to you."