280 – Robot Rock (3)
Central lobby of [Ford Company].
There, the battle between Theo’s colleagues and Croc’s Holy Knights and the robot unit was in full swing.
The leading paladins subdued the robot without difficulty.
Although the robots worked together, it was somewhat clumsy.
That sight was enough to make the Paladins laugh. The Paladins were familiar with various tactics, such as maintaining ranks during large-scale engagements and giving priority to attacking dangerous entities.
“······Huh?”
However, as time passed, the Paladins felt strange.
‘These guys, they have a display. The joint ability was also excellent.’
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Until now, one Paladin could easily deal with two robots, but now it is difficult.
It is not because the Holy Knights are tired. I still have plenty of strength and stamina left.
‘These guys… Continue to grow even during the battle!’
Even the Paladins who had subdued numerous heterogeneous monsters from all over the continent had never encountered an opponent like a robot in front of them.
Suddenly, among the robots, an entity that looked like a commander appeared. He was a particularly small guy.
Like other individuals, its exterior was covered with black elastic material. Every time he looked at the battle situation, a light flashed in his eyes.
Croc, the leader of the Holy Knights, also noticed that a commander had appeared among the robots.
He raised his voice.
“Everyone, don’t be pushed around! Keep it on display! We are receiving the blessings of Lenimid! There is no need to be scared by such an evil being! “It’s over with this one charge!”
As soon as his shout ended, the priests in the back row squeezed their sacred power to the limit and applied various sacred buffs to the paladin. Among the crabs, there was also a spell to reduce fear.
“Oh, ooooohhh──!!”
The leading paladins roared. They pressed forward with all their remaining strength and stamina.
The ranks of robots began to visibly fall back.
Theo’s colleagues did not miss the opportunity.
Jang Woo-hee, Amy, Lee Silder, Naike, P.L., Irene, and Taylor dug into the robot and inflicted significant damage.
Eisha and Alice, holding bows, quickly dealt with the robot sticking out to the side.
Sienna used the wind spirit and the earth spirit to continuously tie the robots’ feet.
Seria also used restraint magic to restrict the robots’ movements.
Alps protected the personnel in the rear by applying various sacred buffs to others.
Perhaps thanks to the unsparing efforts made, the situation of the war changed drastically.
The Holy Knights’ furious weapons destroyed the emotionless robot. Now they knew that the robot’s weak point was the upper neck, but they also broke the torso.
The number of robots, which was originally about 300, was reduced to less than 50.
“Almost done! “Be a little more strong!”
Croc raised her hand holding the mace above her head, raising the morale of her troops.
“Waaa—!! “Push!”
“Let’s not leave even a single demon in human form behind!”
The excited paladins swung the weapons in their hands faster and stronger. They squeezed out every ounce of strength left in their bodies.
The end was finally in sight.
There is only one robot left, the commander robot.
Wedge!
Neike’s spear pierced the robot commander’s neck.
“Inhale!”
Neike shook the spear left and right, separating the head and body of the robot commander.
Sssss──
Blue mana surged from the cross section of the robot commander’s neck.
Squeak!
Isilder cut off the robot commander’s head with a dagger. The head split into dozens of pieces before it hit the floor.
Neike smiled and looked at Isilder.
“hahahahaha, Isilder. Are you feeling better now? “Looking at your movements, it looks like you’re back to normal.”
Lee Sil-deo also smiled and shrugged his shoulders.
“A man can’t stay sullen until the end. And these aren’t even people. Anyway, after moving around a lot for the first time in a while, I’m so tired. “I want to rest quickly.”
Others also enjoyed the sweetness of victory.
The Holy Knights roared, and the priests knelt down, folded their hands, and offered a prayer of thanks to God.
Kroc, a capable commander, knew from experience that when it came time to release, he had to make sure to release.
“Everyone worked hard. “It was not an easy battle.”
Although it was still enemy territory, Croc looked at the other personnel with a happy smile on his face.
I know that something big happened at the event.
However, if he tried to cheer up his tired troops, their morale could actually drop. Right now, the priority is to rest and recover.
About 5 minutes passed like that.
“Uh…Something is coming, Captain.”
“······Huh. hahahaha.”
About 300 robots appeared in neat condition. It was the same number as when it first appeared.
* * *
[Ford Company] Inside the command and control room.
Thomas watched the current situation through the crystal ball.
He asked his subordinate who was behind him.
“How much has the robot learned in combat compared to the target?”
“Currently, it is about 35%.”
Before the battle with the intruders, it was 30%. It rose by 5% with just one group battle.
The robot automatically shares the combat data learned by each entity with all entities.
Thomas patted the side of his forehead and muttered.
“The combat power has increased noticeably. I studied for over half a year and only reached 30%… But of course, actual practice is the best. It seems to me that victory will be difficult even with this unit. Do you think so too?”
“I think so too. Researchers also said that it would be difficult for this unit. But it could cause significant damage. “I think we will probably win with the next unit.”
Thomas smiled, raising only one corner of his mouth.
“I should be thankful that the enemies are of a high standard. I had no idea that the learning rate would increase this quickly. “How many robots are left in total?”
“A total of 4 units. About 1,200 objects remain. “As soon as this unit is defeated, it is on standby for sortie so that it can be deployed.”
“Okay. Spread out your fighters throughout the base. “Don’t let a single ant escape.”
“Yes, we will take action immediately.”
Kkiik.
A direct subordinate left the command and control room.
Thomas focused his gaze on the crystal ball again.
‘It’s not bad. On the contrary, it is at an excellent level.’
This robot unit, which absorbed the tactics and strategies of the Holy Knights, was different.
As the subordinate said, it was inflicting significant damage on the enemy. For the first time, they succeeded in causing casualties on the Holy Knights’ side.
Paladins armed with various sacred spells boast tenacious vitality like cockroaches.
If there is a priest, he will most likely not die. Injuries such as broken bones will eventually recover and return to the ranks.
In other words, the optimal way to deal with a Paladin is to end his life at once.
Of course, the Paladins are well aware of that fact, so it is a difficult method to succeed.
However, the current robot army has accomplished that difficult task.
‘Good, good.’
When Thomas was happily looking at the crystal ball.
─It’s an emergency, Thomas!
A voice rang out from one of the numerous communication crystal balls placed next to it. This is a call from the front door.
Thomas spoke into the crystal ball.
─What is happening?
─An intruder has appeared at the front door! The main door has already been breached, and it looks like he’s heading to the main lobby!
‘The most combatants would be stationed at the main gate. Should we send additional robot troops?’
Thomas asked a question.
─How many intruders are there?
─That…
The employee beyond the crystal sphere continued speaking hesitantly.
─······There is only one person.
* * *
Theo arrived at [Ford Company].
Many combatants who had already taken their positions responded with magic, arrows, etc.
However, Theo avoided all attacks.
He broke through the front door with all his might. It took him less than five minutes to get through.
‘Huh, why is it so easy?’
I was surprised myself.
[Overload] And [Overrun] Were not used. However, not only the strength but also the movement seems to have become several times faster.
‘It’s not [Overrun]…’
It feels like [Overlord] Is being activated.
[Descendants of the Hero] Was not even being activated.
‘What is it?’
Rather, as things slowly settled down, I felt anxious. Because so far, when something happens, it has never been easy.
At that time.
─Oh… I think it actually served as an opportunity to overcome my body’s limitations.
Ney finally crawled out and answered Theo’s question.
Theo said, running towards his main lobby.
─You have woken up again. Do you know how desperately I searched for you?
─It was because it was difficult because it had been a long time since I used my strength. Judging by the state of his body, it looks like he used something called an imitation alixer.
─Yes. I saved it to use for times like this. But what does what you said mean?
─You must have seen the words of the person who made a contract with Andros.
─Yes. It was completely cut in half and dead. As far as I know, they say that you can’t harm someone who has been demonized.
─It is not an ordinary blow. Child, your poor body has become very weak after using it. If it had been my body, I would have cut it down even if it had completely assimilated into Andros.
─······Anyway, what does it mean for your body to become an opportunity to overcome its limits, Nei?
─Child, if your maximum ability is 1, you need at least 100 ability to use that skill. Child, think about it. What happens to people who encounter pain that they cannot normally overcome?
─There is a high probability that it will break. In rare cases, you will overcome it.
─As expected, you understand quickly. Boy, you belong to the latter. Originally, martial arts was all about step-by-step growth. There is no particular reason. This is because the user cannot overcome the pain and breaks. You probably jumped at least 20 stairs this time.
How long did we talk like that?
Theo said to Ney.
─I need to stop talking for a moment, Ney. This is an urgent situation.
─I think so too, child.
Theo stared ahead.
The rear of the robot unit was visible. Fighting with the Holy Knights.